Farmhouse Sunset

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The faint sound of my phone ringing woke me from my sleep. By the time I sat up, the music had stopped. I pulled back the covers, stretched, and looked outside. It was already quite bright. I glanced at the wall clock; it was past 9.

I left the bedroom and went into the bathroom to wash up. Looking at myself in the mirror, although my skin was still as fair and delicate as it had been in my youth, the long, messy black hair reaching my ears, the listless look in my eyes, and the fine lines at the corners of my eyes made me feel quite disgusted with myself.

Wearing a shower cap and taking off my bathrobe, I turned on the tap and stood under the showerhead, letting the warm water wash over my body. While applying shower gel, I massaged my still-slender breasts. I realized that I hadn't made love with my husband since I retired. Not only did my breasts seem to be gradually shrinking, but my once full mons pubis, under the sparse body hair, also seemed to be gradually drying out...

I've always been a very well-behaved girl and a hard-working student. From elementary school to teacher's college (vocational school), everything went smoothly. Although I wasn't at the top of my class, I was still doing reasonably well. After graduating from teacher's college, I was assigned to a decent elementary school as a teacher.

After teaching at the school for more than half a year, my parents, through introductions from relatives and friends, chose a husband for me who was a civil servant. He was eight years older than me, and his appearance wasn't particularly outstanding. However, my mother said that it's hard to keep a man who is too handsome and tall, and that civil servants' lives are simpler, especially older husbands who tend to be more doting on their wives. So, my parents were extremely satisfied at the time, saying

that my life would be perfect. When we got married, I was just over 20 years old, and my husband was 28. I'm rather petite, only 1.52 meters tall, with fairly well-proportioned features. I'm quite pretty, but not the kind of stunning beauty people would describe.

Although my face isn't particularly striking, I'm quite satisfied with my fair and delicate skin, which, combined with a bust size that could barely be called an A cup and a figure that's neither too thin nor too plump, with well-proportioned curves, makes me a petite and above-average beauty! I remember during our pre-engagement dates, my reserved husband would occasionally joke that the more he looked at me, the more I felt I resembled my name – Li Yuxiu (meaning "the more beautiful you are").

Shortly after our marriage, I became pregnant. After giving birth to my daughter, to allow my uterus and vagina to recover quickly, I breastfed during my postpartum confinement period. After the first month, I paid close attention to my health and quickly returned to my pre-marital figure. Because my breastfeeding period was short, my nipples and areolas didn't darken; they simply changed from pink to a deeper red.

My only regret is that my nipples are slightly long and my areolas are a bit small. Combined with my breasts, which are just large enough to be covered by a hand, my nipples appear somewhat protruding. This protrusion was even more pronounced due to the enlargement of my nipples during pregnancy. And after giving birth and breastfeeding, my breasts had grown large enough to be fully enclosed in my hand, giving me a more mature and alluring look.

Perhaps it was because my husband, in the prime of his life during my pregnancy, had been pent up for too long, or perhaps it was because of my delicate and alluring young womanhood; after our daughter's one-month celebration, my husband's libido was particularly strong. He would insist on making love almost every night as soon as we got into bed, which made my already fair skin appear even more translucent and delicate. However, both my husband and I were raised with traditional values, so our sexual positions were mostly the traditional missionary position.

Then, as my husband's career progressed and he had to travel more frequently for work, coupled with my need to pick up our daughter from the nanny's house after school, our lives seemed to consist of teaching at school and taking care of our daughter at home. Our sexual intimacy gradually decreased; as our daughter grew older, our sex life was reduced to an occasional, ritualistic act each month.

A few years ago, after my daughter graduated from university and went abroad for further studies, and then got married there, my husband and I, apart from the occasional physical needs we shared, lived almost like two independent individuals under one roof. Our relationship truly reached the level of "mutual respect and courtesy," as the ancients described.

More than six months ago, before the teacher retirement regulations were to be revised to be stricter, I applied for retirement after 30 years of service. Although I had more free time at home, perhaps due to our usual married life, I became even more unfamiliar with everything about my husband's official career.

After retirement, my generous monthly pension was almost higher than my previous salary, so immediately after retiring, I went abroad to visit my daughter, stayed for a few days, learned about her happy married life, and also put down my last burden.

After returning home, I participated in several short domestic and international trips with former colleagues. My originally quiet personality, after a few trips, began to feel somewhat weary of travel.

Fortunately, shortly after retiring, I suddenly had the idea to buy a piece of farmland in the countryside, build a farmhouse, and plan to live a leisurely retirement life like a farmer, planting flowers and vegetables, after my husband retires. So, I commissioned a real estate agency to help me find a small plot of farmland, but after several months, apart from occasionally looking at a few farmland for sale, I still hadn't found a suitable piece of farmland in the countryside, even when I went on a trip abroad two weeks ago.

Reflecting on my life, my marriage and work have passed by so smoothly and uneventfully, without any particular passion or major upheavals. Perhaps this is what people often call: living an ordinary and happy life!

But this peaceful and beautiful life has gradually become, due to the excessive leisure after retirement, made me feel as if something is missing in my life, and I gradually feel an inexplicable sense of unease...

Just as I was applying makeup in front of the mirror, lost in memories, the phone rang again. I looked at the unfamiliar phone number again, the one I'd heard that morning, hesitated for a moment, and then pressed the answer button.

A young man's energetic voice came from the other end: "Mrs. Jian (husband's surname is Jian)? This is Lejia Real Estate Agency, my surname is Chen. Our company recently received a commission to sell a piece of farmland, which perfectly matches your needs and budget. When would be a convenient time for you? I can serve you anytime." I glanced at the clock on the wall and arranged to meet him around 2 pm at the entrance of a nearby convenience store.

In the afternoon, I sent a text message to my husband, then changed into a pink long-sleeved casual outfit and left home, walking towards the convenience store a hundred meters away. As I approached the store, I saw a slightly thin young man, about a head taller than me, wearing a vest with "Lejia Real Estate Agency" printed on it, looking around on the side of the road.

I walked up behind him, about to speak, when he turned around and looked at me. He suddenly paused, then said with great surprise, "You are... Teacher Li! Long time no see! How are you, Teacher Li?"

"You are...?"

"Teacher Li, I'm Chen Sanyuan. You taught us social studies and health education when I was in sixth grade! By the way, teacher, do you live nearby? Are you out shopping?"

"Chen Sanyuan, I'm retired now, you don't need to call me teacher anymore... So you're Mr. Chen from 'Lejia Real Estate Agency,' and I'm Mrs. Jian you've been waiting for."

"Teacher, you can just call me by my name. So Mrs. Jian is you, teacher. You still look as young as ever. How did you retire? But this is wonderful. It gives me another chance to repay your kindness. It is my greatest honor to serve you. ... By the way, teacher, my car is parked not far away. Please get in first, and I will tell you about everything on the way, okay?"

After getting into Chen Sanyuan's car, the car drove southeast to the suburbs. Chen Sanyuan first told me about the farmland. It was an orchard of about 3,000 square meters. The seller, Mr. Lai, went to work in a bustling foreign land when he was young. After a few years, he started a family there and achieved some success in his career. Now he is old, but his health is declining and he is not able to move around easily. He does not want to return to his hometown, so he entrusted "Lejia Real Estate Agency" to help him sell it.

Then Chen Sanyuan recounted his experiences over the past few years: he's 25 this year, and when he was in high school, both his parents died in a car accident. Although they received some compensation, he was left alone and had no close relatives or friends to rely on. So after graduating high school, he entered the workforce. Lacking any marketable skills, he ended up in real estate sales, a profession he continued even after completing his mandatory military service.

After Chen Sanyuan finished speaking, he inquired about my family situation with concern. I briefly told him that my husband is a civil servant, my daughter is married abroad, and now it's just my husband and me at home, living a simple and happy life. My husband is away on business these past few days, which is why I'm out alone. After that, I casually asked Chen Sanyuan if he had found a partner or gotten married yet.

At this moment, Chen Sanyuan kept turning his head to look at me, his burning and strange eyes seeming to contain a lot of complex emotions as he said, "Teacher Li, during the whole year you taught me, I admired your temperament and appearance, and I have never forgotten you. When I grew up and started to like the opposite sex, I still used your image as a comparison, so I am still single now. Today, I can meet you again, and I feel that you are still as wonderful as I have in my heart..."

These words made me feel a little awkward and unable to answer, and the atmosphere in the car became a little dull... I said awkwardly, "Time waits for no one. Teacher, I'm getting old. I'm almost 50 this year, which is why I'm retiring!..."

"Teacher, you're too modest. I'm so happy to meet you again today. If you're satisfied with this farmland, I'll do my best to make the deal go smoothly and maximize your profits..."

By this time, the car was on a country road about 10 meters wide, with a few scattered farmhouses nestled among the lush green trees on both sides. The early summer rural scenery brought a sense of relaxed tranquility and beauty.

The car gradually slowed down and turned onto a winding cement road, only slightly wider than the car itself. Banana trees and some fruit trees were planted on both sides of the road. After slowly driving for several dozen meters, the car finally stopped on a sparsely wooded clearing on the left side of the road. Chen Sanyuan got out of the car and opened the door for me.

"Teacher, this is the land. Do you like it?" Chen Sanyuan pointed to the left and smiled as he spoke to me.

I looked around to my left and saw a somewhat dilapidated bungalow hidden in the sparse woods not far away. In front of the bungalow was a small, flat courtyard, and then a winding path about 2 meters wide led to where the car had stopped. The orchard was covered with weeds and wildflowers that were no taller than my knees, swaying in the afternoon sun. There were a few piles of stones scattered along the path.

The afternoon sun shone brightly on the orchard, creating a sense of comfort and tranquility that instantly filled me with a longing for a secluded life away from the hustle and bustle of the world. When I expressed my joy and desire for this environment to Chen Sanyuan, he smiled and said, "Teacher, let me show you around first. If you're truly interested, we can discuss it in more detail, okay?"

Chen Sanyuan led me along the path on the left to the front of a house: a roughly 100-square-meter, south-facing, old-style farmhouse supported by two round stone pillars and wooden beams. In the center of the house was a double-leaf door made of wooden planks, secured with a large brass lock.

Although the house was only vaguely visible from the path, the open space in front was quite spacious. Perhaps due to its long period of neglect, the house had a weathered look, but combined with its surroundings, it created a sense of tranquility and ancient charm, as if I had stepped into a timeless historical realm.

As Chen Sanyuan explained, the house uses agricultural electricity, which is more economical. The drinking water is supplied by a deep well motor next to the house, which pumps it to a natural ecological filtration and storage tower behind the house. As Chen Sanyuan spoke, he unlocked the large lock on the front door and entered the house.

The house is divided into five rooms. In the center is the living room, and the outermost rooms on either side are the kitchen and bathroom. Between the bathroom and the living room is a studio apartment-style bedroom. On the other side, there is a large stove in the kitchen, and in the adjacent room, there is a square table and a long bench. Behind the living room, outside a side door, is a backyard. In the backyard, near the corner of the house, there is a cement water filtration tower slightly taller than the roof. Several potted plants are placed in the yard. The house's environment has a rustic, old-fashioned feel, which I immediately liked.

Chen Sanyuan led me outside again, past several rows of fruit trees, explaining the boundaries of the farmland as we walked. We then returned to the parking area. Feeling even more confident in Chen Sanyuan's professionalism and service, I reiterated my determination to buy the house and entrusted him with handling all the purchase paperwork. Chen Sanyuan assured me that he would help me negotiate a lower price with the seller. As evening approached, Chen Sanyuan and I drove away. Once

in the car, I mentioned that while the house had a rustic exterior, the rooms, kitchen, and bathroom fixtures were somewhat dilapidated. Chen Sanyuan told me he could arrange for a friend to do a complete interior renovation before the transfer of ownership was finalized, guaranteeing my satisfaction.

On the way back, the two people in the car entered the city while discussing their opinions on how to renovate the house. Because it was evening and rush hour, there were many cars and people in the city. Looking at the crowds outside the car window, I suddenly caught a glimpse of a familiar figure on the sidewalk. It was a middle-aged man carrying a two- or three-year-old boy, with a young woman beside him, clinging tightly to him. The two of them walked and teased the little boy. The three of them seemed to be a picture of a happy family! But... that man... that man looked so familiar... Instantly, my mind went blank, my body went cold, and I froze...

Chen Sanyuan, who was driving, noticed my sudden pause and turned to look at me, saying, "Teacher, what's wrong? Are you feeling unwell? Why is your face so pale? Do you need my help..." "I

suddenly feel a bit of stomach pain, but it's nothing serious. I'll take some medicine when I get home." I forced back the questions in my mind and the sudden heartache, and asked him to park the car outside the convenience store where we agreed to meet, and then we arranged a time to sign the contract at the real estate agency the next day.

After getting off the bus, I walked home in a daze, picked up my phone and dialed. A familiar voice came through: "Are you home yet? How did your day go? I just finished a seminar and am about to have dinner; have you eaten?... I'll be home in two or three days..."

I could faintly hear a child calling, "Daddy, hug me! Daddy, hug me!" and a woman's voice saying, "Be good, don't make a fuss! Daddy's calling!" Suddenly, I didn't want to tell her that I had already made the land purchase decision: "I haven't decided yet, I still need to think about it..."

I turned off my phone, but more doubts began to creep into my mind. I was in a daze all night, and only went to bed when my eyes were so dry. But I tossed and turned in bed until late at night, and finally fell asleep at some point…

My mind was in turmoil when I was suddenly woken up by my phone. My head was throbbing, and I looked up at the wall clock. It was already 10 a.m. I pressed the phone, and a youthful voice came through: “Good morning, Teacher Li! This is Chen Sanyuan…”

Chen Sanyuan told me that after he went back yesterday, he spent the whole night negotiating with the seller. Because the seller also wanted to sell as soon as possible, they finally settled on a price and agreed to come back today to sign the contract. Chen Sanyuan asked me to drive him to the company at 2:30 p.m. and reminded me of the documents and signing fees needed for the contract, etc.

In the afternoon, I changed into light gray casual clothes and, feeling dejected and tired, arrived at the convenience store where we had agreed to meet yesterday. Chen Sanyuan, with a bright, sunny smile, was already waiting for me. He drove directly to the real estate agency; Mr. Lai, the seller, was already there. The agency staff brought out several transaction contracts, explained them in detail, and began processing the signing. As required, I paid half the total price as a signing fee and then signed the contracts.

After signing, Chen Sanyuan noticed my weariness and drove me home. In the car, he and I agreed to go back to the farmhouse the next day for a more in-depth look, so that we could provide references for our friends who were doing interior design. I silently nodded.

Back at my front door, after watching Chen Sanyuan's car drive away, I opened the door and walked into the living room. Looking at this house, which had once held the peace and happiness of my entire family, I felt so cold and lonely. I still couldn't suppress my sorrow.

My mind was foggy as I changed out of my clothes and went to the bathroom to wash up. Looking at myself in the mirror, although my face was still beautiful, my skin still fair and delicate, my breasts still firm, my mons pubis still full, and my legs still long and beautiful, I felt like a withered, fallen flower. After washing up, I lay alone on the bed, tears still streaming down my face, before finally managing to fall asleep.

Although I hadn't slept well all night, the familiar ringtone of my cell phone woke me up immediately. Chen Sanyuan's youthful and cheerful voice came through the phone with a warm and considerate greeting: "Good morning, teacher. I'm sorry to wake you again. I'll be at your house in 15 minutes. Is that convenient?"

Perhaps to avoid letting outsiders know that I had been heartbroken and sleepless last night, I put on a white jumpsuit and even used makeup to cover it up; unfortunately, due to lack of sleep, there were still faint dark circles under my eyes that I couldn't hide.

Just as I finished getting ready, the doorbell rang; when I opened the door, Chen Sanyuan, seeing my appearance, stared blankly at me, looking somewhat lost: "Teacher... you look so beautiful today. Can I take a few more pictures of you later?"...

Women always like to hear compliments. Seeing Chen Sanyuan, with his camera on his back, staring at me in a daze, my previously faint sadness seemed to brighten up a bit; after getting into the car, Chen Sanyuan still turned to look at me from time to time, making me seem to forget the shadow in my heart.

When the car arrived at the roadside outside the farmhouse, Chen Sanyuan opened the car door for me and carefully helped me step out. When we walked to the courtyard of the farmhouse, Chen Sanyuan set up his camera tripod and fixed the camera. He said, "Teacher, let's take a commemorative photo of the house before the renovation..." Then, after telling me where to stand and what pose to take, he stood next to me, gently put his arm around my waist, and said, "Teacher, please smile at the camera..." He then took a few more photos of us from different angles.

After taking the photos, Chen Sanyuan began explaining things to me. Because the house's original rustic appearance needed to be preserved, only the roof and main door were updated, repaired, and repainted. He then opened the door and led me into the living room. As he guided me through the various rooms, he explained how the living room should be renovated and decorated, how the bedroom should be converted into a Japanese-style room, and how the bathroom and kitchen should be renovated and decorated…

After inspecting the farmhouse, it was almost noon. Chen Sanyuan said to me, “Teacher, since we’re out here, why don’t we take advantage of this sunny weather and go for a walk in a nearby scenic area?”

To thank him for his enthusiastic service, I nodded in agreement. Chen Sanyuan excitedly drove to a reservoir amusement center in the suburbs. We arrived at the amusement park around noon, so we went to the restaurant for lunch.

After lunch, while strolling along the reservoir embankment, Chen Sanyuan frequently took out his camera to take many photos of me, and sometimes even set up a tripod to take photos of the two of us together. Chen Sanyuan was in high spirits throughout the trip. Upon entering the amusement park, he was as happy as a child. Influenced by his joyful mood, I temporarily cast aside my unpleasant feelings, and we went on several rides together. I posed for photos with him at his request, and we didn't leave the scenic area until after 4 pm.

On the way back, Chen Sanyuan said to me, "Teacher, thank you so much for accompanying me to the scenic area to relax today. Since my parents passed away in high school, this is the first time I've felt like I have family again, and it's been the happiest day of my life! Teacher, seeing you again feels like a blessing from heaven. I really hope I can see you often in the future!"

Hearing Chen Sanyuan's words, I was deeply moved. Suddenly, an idea came to mind: "Sanyuan, let me presume to call you that. I'm also very grateful for your help. If you don't mind that I'm a retired woman nearing old age, I'm willing to treat you like a son. Would you be willing to call me godmother?"

Chen Sanyuan's expression became very emotional. He paused for a moment and said: "Teacher, really? I'm very willing and happy that you treat me like family, but... Teacher, you still look so young and beautiful, it feels a little strange to call you 'godmother.' It would be more appropriate to call you 'god-sister'! But since you feel happier when I call you 'godmother,' I'll follow your wishes. However, in my heart, I still think of you as just a 'god-sister' who is a few years older than me!"

Hearing Chen Sanyuan praise me for still being young and beautiful all day long makes me very happy. I smiled and said, "Godmother, I'm getting old. My daughter is several years older than you. I'm more than enough to be your godmother. But it's okay, I don't know what you think anyway, but I just consider you my son."

"Great! To celebrate becoming family with godmother, and to do my best for you, I'll treat you to dinner tonight, okay?" Chen Sanyuan said excitedly.

After several days of sleep deprivation, I felt truly exhausted and drained. I said apologetically to Chen Sanyuan, "Sanyuan, I've been traveling all day, and I'm a little tired. How about I treat you to a meal another time to thank you?"

Although Chen Sanyuan seemed a little disappointed, he nodded understandingly, which I appreciated. When I got home, it was already dark. I checked the clock and it was past 7 pm. Because of the lack of sleep and the long day, I felt very tired, so I simply made myself a bowl of noodles. After eating, I rested briefly in the living room, then went to the bathroom to wash up and lay down on the bed, falling asleep soon after. In my

sleep, I vaguely heard the door next door close. I opened my eyes and looked at the wall clock; it was 9:35 am. Perhaps because this was the best sleep I'd had in days, I felt very cheerful.

Looking out the window at the bright, sunny sky, I stretched and got out of bed. Opening the bedroom door, I saw my husband, neatly dressed and carrying his briefcase, walking out of his room.

"You're back. Are you off to work now? Want some breakfast?" I nodded to him in greeting.

"I got back around 9 pm last night. You seemed to be asleep, so I didn't come over to say hello. I'm a bit busy at work today, so I might be back a little late tonight. I'll just grab something on the way. I'm off now. Text me if you need anything!" My husband smiled and nodded before leaving.

After watching him leave, I entered his room with a sense of skepticism for the first time. The room's layout, like my husband's reserved personality, was orderly and tidy.

After a careful and repeated search, I finally found a key in the inner corner of the bookcase. I tried to use the key again, and finally, I correctly opened a small drawer in the desk drawer.

I took out a small stack of documents from the drawer and slowly examined them. These documents contained valuable certificates, stocks, and more that my husband had never told me about… Among them was an A4-sized manila envelope. After removing the contents of the envelope, my mind went blank, and my whole body began to tremble. I felt like the sky was falling, and I couldn't help but burst into tears. The doubts I had been holding most were now vividly displayed before my eyes…

The manila envelope contained a dozen or so photos. Several of them showed a woman who looked somewhat familiar holding a child. They appeared to be travel photos taken at different times and locations, seemingly documenting the child's life. Looking at the dates on the photos, the earliest was almost two years ago, while the most recent was two months ago.

The other two or three photos appeared to be family portraits taken at a photography studio, featuring the same familiar woman and child, but the man in the photos was the man who had been with me since my youth…

Inside the brown envelope were several other documents, one of which was a payment receipt for a woman's house purchase. The payer's name was the man I knew best, and the payment date was about five years ago. Looking at the woman's name, I glanced up at the group photo of my colleagues from the government unit hanging on the wall, taken sometime over three years ago. It suddenly dawned on me.

Another document in the brown envelope was a birth certificate issued by the hospital nearly three years ago. The mother's name in the baby boy's section was the woman in the photo, while the father's name was still the man legally with me for life.

I suppressed the immense, overwhelming pain and sorrow in my heart, my whole body trembling as I carefully placed the documents back into the small drawer and locked it. I also put the key back in its place. Like a walking corpse, I returned to my room, lay on the bed, and silently let tears stream down my face, tears that also filled my heart, which felt as if it had been cut by countless knives…

Lying in bed, I don't know how much time had passed; I just kept crying. When I was tired of crying, I would drift off to sleep, only to wake up still crying, crying until I was exhausted and fell asleep again…

When I woke up again from a series of nightmares, my face… My tear tracks were still wet. I looked at the clock on the wall; it was already 9:30 PM. Lost in thought, I went into the bathroom and gently patted my swollen eyes with a warm towel. Just then, I heard the front door open, followed by my husband outside the bathroom door saying, "You just got back too? I had a lot of work today; I was exhausted, so I only just got back."

I turned to look at my husband standing by the door, suppressing my own pain, and said calmly, "Do you want to use the bathroom? I'm retired and have nothing to do, unlike you who's been busy with 'work' until now. I'll let you use it first..."

"No, I don't need it. I went to the sauna with my colleagues after the meeting. It's better that you're retired; you can have free time every day to go shopping, watch movies... I'm a little tired; I'm going to sleep now! I have to go on a business trip out of town for a few days in a couple of days." My husband finished speaking, glanced at me, and was about to leave.

Seeing his eagerness to leave, I started to get emotional. I walked towards the bathroom door and blurted out, "Honey, I have something I want to talk to you about. Could you wait a moment?"

"Is it about the farmland you were looking at? You can decide those things yourself. I'm still a long way from retirement. I'm a little tired today. Let's talk about these little things later when I have time..." My husband was already heading towards his bedroom.

"It's not about the farmland. A few days ago, when I was coming back from looking at the farmland, I thought I saw you near xx Road..." I finally couldn't help but voice my question.

My husband didn't turn around, but he paused after taking a step, and said in a strange tone, "Are you mistaken? I was away on a business trip to another city those few days!"

Seeing my husband's evasive words, my suppressed emotions finally collapsed, and tears began to well up in my eyes. "I'm sorry, when you weren't home, I went into your room, and I found a key in your desk..."

"You... what nonsense are you talking about... how could you go through my things like that..." My husband's face suddenly turned pale, his expression was angry and anxious, sweat was pouring down his forehead, and his words became somewhat incoherent...

"Please... don't try to fool me anymore, I... I used that key... to open the small drawer inside, I... I saw a lot... please tell me the truth honestly..." At this point, I was crying uncontrollably, my emotions had completely collapsed...

"You... you... you know everything... then what do you want..." My husband's face suddenly became very ferocious, and he shouted at me angrily.

"This isn't about what I want to do, it's about how you want to resolve this. We've been married for so many years, and you've kept this from me for so long. How can you explain this to me? How can you face me like this?... " His shouting actually made me more rational, and I began to calmly explain.

"I... She joined my company after graduating from university and has been by my side ever since. She quit her job for me and gave birth to our son. Now she's pregnant with another child. How can I abandon her!... Or, you can continue to pretend you don't know. Anyway, it's been so many years, and the three of us have been peaceful. We can figure out a solution to this in a few years, okay?" My husband gradually regained his composure and tried to prolong the affair.

"You've deceived me for so long, and now you want to pretend everything's fine. If I hadn't asked you today, how long would you have kept this a secret? Is this what a man does?" I remembered my feelings that day, and I wanted him to understand that things couldn't be resolved with mere pretense.

"Well... I'll give you a definite answer about this in a few days when I get back from my business trip. Okay, I'm tired..." My husband, not wanting me to pester him any longer, nodded and turned to go into his bedroom.

Seeing his continued attempt to delay, I was in the bathroom, so angry that I kept crying. Helplessly, I took off my clothes and soaked myself in the bathtub until the warm water cooled down before standing up. Looking in the mirror, apart from my red and swollen eyes, my skin was still fair and delicate, and my figure was still well-proportioned. Sadly, I changed into my bathrobe and went back to the bedroom, lying listlessly on the bed. I thought: Where will my emotional journey lead in the rest of my life? ...

I stared at the ceiling all night, my thoughts wandering aimlessly. The overwhelming sorrow of a broken heart, the indifference of my husband, and the feeling of utter helplessness... I don't know when I finally fell asleep...

In a hazy, half-asleep state, I seemed to hear the door to my husband's bedroom next door open, then the sound of water flushing in the bathroom, then the front door opening and closing, and then…

I vaguely heard my phone ring and then stop several times. I opened my tired eyes and looked at the clock on the wall; it was already 10:30 in the morning. I staggered into my husband's bedroom.

I noticed that his bedroom seemed to have been tidied up; something felt missing. There seemed to be several sheets of paper on the desk. I picked up the letter filled with writing and read it. In the letter, my husband reproachfully stated that because of my unnecessary actions, our peaceful and harmonious family life had been ruined, causing him unnecessary trouble. Therefore, he would not be coming home for the next few days.

In the letter, my husband also stated that the woman had followed him after she entered the workforce from school, and she admired him greatly. Several years ago, she had a relationship with him after he was drunk during a business trip with her. Over the years, she had taken meticulous care of him, and now she was pregnant with his second child, so he had to take responsibility for her.

Finally, my husband wrote in his letter that he hoped the outcome would be one that would allow him to have the best of both worlds. He said that if I still wished to return to a peaceful and fulfilling life, I could send him a text message… After reading the letter, I felt my vision go black, and then I collapsed…

In my drowsy state, I seemed to hear my phone ringing several times. Several times, I tried to reach out and answer it, but I was too weak to do so. Finally, when the last ringtone sounded, I held the phone to my ear, and Chen Sanyuan's voice came through the earpiece: "Godmother, it's Sanyuan…"

"I'm sick, help me!" I said with difficulty, and then, feeling my head spinning again, I slumped down and put the phone down.

In a daze, I heard the doorbell ring and Chen Sanyuan's anxious voice on the intercom: "Godmother, I'm outside, please open the door!"

I was dizzy and heavy-headed, and with a struggle, I rolled over and fell off the bed. I tried to stand up but fell again. Finally, I managed to crawl to the living room door. My whole body trembled as I stood up and opened the door. Everything went black before I collapsed...

When I gradually regained consciousness, I found myself covered with a white sheet, with an IV drip in my wrist. The walls of the room were white and filled with the smell of disinfectant. I realized I was in a hospital bed. Moreover, I saw Chen Sanyuan sitting on a chair by the bed with his eyes closed, dozing off.

Looking at his young face, which showed some fatigue, and recalling his expression and attitude when we were together these past few days, especially the anxious look in his eyes before I fainted, I seemed to feel the sincere feelings hidden in his heart. It's a pity about the age difference between us...

I tried to sit up, supporting myself on the bed, but I felt a little weak. Hearing the bed shaking, Chen Sanyuan opened his eyes. Seeing that I was awake, he immediately went to the bedside and raised the upper part of the bed so that I could sit up. He asked me softly, "Godmother, you're awake. Would you like some water?" He turned around, poured a glass of water from the small table beside the bed, and brought it to me.

I nodded and asked him in a hoarse voice, "Sanyuan, what time is it now? How did I...?"

Chen Sanyuan sat down on the edge of the bed, lifted my back, fed me a few sips of water, and said, "Godmother, you've been unconscious for two days. It's a little past 2 pm now. Do you want something to eat? I bought some lean meat porridge at noon and put it in a thermos."

Seeing Chen Sanyuan's caring eyes and gentle tone, my eyes filled with tears. I wanted to speak, but when I opened my mouth, I could only choke out, "Sanyuan, Godmother, I..."

Chen Sanyuan gently hugged me, letting my head rest on his chest. He gently patted my back and whispered, "Godmother, can you tell me..." What happened to me? I will do everything I can to help you. ..."

Perhaps because I was suppressing my pain and had nowhere to confide in, I couldn't help but burst into tears upon hearing Chen Sanyuan's heartfelt concern. Chen Sanyuan said gently, "Godmother, cry out your grievances and pain. It's okay. Tell me about your pain. It's alright. I'm here for you. I will help you..."

After crying for a while, feeling lost and helpless, with tears still streaming down my face, I recounted, through sobs, what I saw of my husband in the car on the first day I returned from the farm, some evidence I found at home, and my husband's final response to me...

After listening, Chen Sanyuan thought for a moment and then said, "Godmother, since things have come to this, don't be sad. I know you're feeling wronged and in pain, but you haven't eaten for two days. Please eat something, okay?"

Seeing me nod, he helped me lie down on the bed. He took a thermos from the storage box under the bedside table, filled a small bowl, and placed it in front of me with a small spoon, saying, "Godmother, you've just woken up and haven't recovered your strength yet. Let me feed you, okay?"

"Sanyuan, thank you. Godmother can do it herself." Seeing Chen Sanyuan's undisguisedly affectionate gaze, I suddenly blushed, a little afraid to meet his eyes.

A little disappointed, Chen Sanyuan handed me the bowl and spoon. Then he took an apple from the storage box, peeled it with a fruit knife, sliced it, arranged the slices on a small plate, and placed it on the small table.

Perhaps because I hadn't eaten in a long time, after finishing a small bowl of lean meat porridge, I still wanted to eat more. Chen Sanyuan said, "Godmother, you haven't eaten for two days. Eating too much at once will put too much strain on your stomach. Have a few slices of apple first, and I'll buy more tonight, okay?"

Perhaps because I had eaten, I felt much better, and my emotions gradually calmed down. I said to Chen Sanyuan, "Sanyuan, I'm so grateful that you came to save me in time that day. I've also troubled you to take care of me these past two days, which prevented you from working properly. I will always remember your kindness..." "

Godmother, please don't say that. Being able to be by your side every day and do things for you is my greatest happiness and joy. Besides, my work is quite flexible. As long as I close two or three cases a month, I can live quite well. Moreover, the real estate brokerage industry has been doing very well these past few years, and I've saved some money. Even if I didn't work, I could still live for several years. So please don't take it to heart, Godmother." Chen Sanyuan still looked at me affectionately.

"Sanyuan, your godmother doesn't feel unwell anymore. Can you help her get discharged?" I hadn't showered for two days, and I was starting to feel uncomfortable all over. But I didn't have any clean clothes with me, so I was eager to go home. "

Godmother, why don't you stay a couple more days so the doctor can give you a thorough check-up?" Chen Sanyuan kindly advised me.

"No need. I had a check-up two or three months ago, and there was nothing wrong. The reason I fell ill this time was mainly because I was too tired and caught a cold. Go and help me get discharged now."

After returning home from the hospital, it was almost 5 p.m. I asked Chen Sanyuan to wait for me in the living room while I went into the bedroom to get a change of clothes and went into the bathroom. As the warm water from the showerhead washed over me, I remembered the day I fainted and Chen Sanyuan took me to the hospital; I was only wearing a bathrobe. I thought of how he had personally cared for me while I was unconscious these past two days, and the deep affection in his eyes as he looked at me. My hands unconsciously caressed my still-erect breasts. I remembered Chen Sanyuan was in the living room, and a blush crept across my face, as if I were having a secret affair.

After showering, I returned to the living room in a light black sleeveless dress. Seeing my still-blushing face, Chen Sanyuan stood up from the sofa, staring at me with dazed eyes, and said, "Godmother, you…" "

Sanyuan, what's wrong? Have I been sick for two days? Have I become thinner and older?" I felt increasingly unable to meet his gaze, and shyly lowered my head.

"No, no, godmother looks even more delicate and younger after losing weight. Godmother, shall we go out for dinner together now?"

"Sanyuan, I've been troubling you so much lately. How about I cook some home-cooked meals tonight to thank you for your hard work these past few days? Will you come with me to the nearby supermarket to buy some groceries?"

Chen Sanyuan's eyes lit up, and he excitedly agreed. As the two walked to the supermarket to shop, Chen Sanyuan, like a happy young boy on an outing, followed me closely. Especially when it came time to pay, he insisted on telling the cashier that he would pay and that he would carry the groceries. The cashier laughed and said to me, "Miss, your husband is so considerate and cute!" I blushed and glared at him, while he just smiled foolishly.

Back home, he eagerly tried to follow me into the kitchen to help, until I picked up a spatula to hit him, at which point he fled back to the living room. By the time I finished cooking dinner, it was almost 8 PM.

Since it was just the two of us, I only made one plate of steamed fish, one plate of boiled chicken, two plates of vegetables, and a bowl of tofu and egg drop soup. When I asked him if he liked the food, he just nodded and stuffed the food into his mouth. I told Chen Sanyuan that if we couldn't finish it, we should put it in the refrigerator, as it wouldn't be fresh the next day. But after I finished eating, he ate most of it.

Actually, seeing someone completely finish the food I cooked is a great source of satisfaction and accomplishment for a woman, but when I thought about the significant age gap between us, I sighed helplessly.

After dinner, it was almost 9:30 PM. Although Chen Sanyuan wanted to chat with me some more, I said I had just recovered and was still very tired, and it was late, so I wanted to rest early and asked him to go home as well.

Chen Sanyuan reiterated his advice to relax before leaving. Watching him go, I reflected on our 30 years of marriage. It seemed our relationship was built solely on the obligations of conventional marital morality. How much we had neglected and become estranged from each other's true feelings!

Looking at our empty home, I thought, "When a home is held together only by responsibility, devoid of emotion, once that responsibility disappears, all that's left is an empty shell, providing only shelter from the wind and rain."

Sitting at my desk, I wrote the divorce agreement, thanking my husband for the time we'd spent together. I hoped he wouldn't let our daughter know about our divorce, and finally, I wished him a happy and fulfilling life in his new family. After writing the woman's address on the envelope, the time on the wall showed 3:10 AM.

Perhaps because I had already accepted the fact of my marital breakdown, I fell asleep quickly after writing the divorce agreement last night. When my phone rang, I comfortably opened my eyes, and a youthful voice came through the phone: "Godmother, this is Chen Sanyuan..."

When Chen Sanyuan arrived at my door, I was already sitting in the living room waiting. After opening the door, he looked at me, wearing a light blue sleeveless dress, and then seemed somewhat dazed. After he sat down on the living room sofa, he told me that the township office's agricultural department was going to conduct a site inspection that morning, and the interior design contractors would be starting work that afternoon, so he wanted to take me with him. ...

On the way to the farmhouse in the suburbs, I said to Chen Sanyuan, "Sanyuan, my godmother wants to move out of this house. Can you help her find a place?"

"Does godmother want to buy another house? Or rent one? If godmother wants to buy a house, the farmland and house can be handed over in about 20 days at the latest, so I advise godmother not to buy another house. As for renting a short-term place, it's harder to find; maybe by the time you find one, the farmhouse will be almost finished with renovations."

"But Godmother really doesn't want to stay there anymore..." I said weakly in a low voice.

"Godmother, the transaction isn't due for long anyway. If you don't mind that my house is too simple, you're welcome to stay with me anytime. Besides, you've just recovered, and you still have a lot of things to take care of. Staying together would make things easier, with someone running errands for you." "

But staying at your house... I'll think about it..." I replied hesitantly, yet also tempted.

Shortly after arriving at the farmland, the people from the township office's agricultural department came. Since it was a routine procedure, they only asked a few simple questions, took a few photos, and left. It was only almost 11 a.m., and Chen Sanyuan drove me to a nearby family-run leisure farm for lunch.

During lunch, I asked Chen Sanyuan if he knew any friends who were knowledgeable in law. He said that he had some connections with the lawyer who was the legal advisor for the real estate agency, and he would be willing to take me to visit him in the afternoon.

After lunch, when we returned to the farmhouse, the two decorators were already there. They greeted us politely. Chen Sanyuan first discussed the key points of the renovation with the decorators as we walked. Since we needed to see a lawyer later, we only stayed a short while before leaving.

Chen Sanyuan led me into a law firm. After a warm greeting to a lawyer in his thirties, Chen Sanyuan briefly explained my purpose to Lawyer Liu, saying he had to go back to his office to handle a case and would be back in half an hour, asking me to speak with the lawyer alone.

I explained my situation with my husband in detail to Lawyer Liu, and then handed him the divorce agreement I had written the night before and my husband's contact information. When the lawyer asked how to contact me, Chen Sanyuan returned. He told Lawyer Liu to just use his home address. Lawyer Liu looked at Chen Sanyuan with surprise, then smiled and told us he would handle everything.

After leaving the law firm, Chen Sanyuan drove me home. He took some cardboard boxes and vacuum bags from the trunk of his car and brought them to the living room. He said, "Godmother, it's still early, so I'll pack for you. You can stay at my house starting today."

I had been hesitant, considering whether to rent another place, but seeing that he had everything prepared, and with his words, "Godmother, it'll be easier for the lawyer to contact you while you stay at my house, and it'll be easier to check on the farmhouse renovations these next few days. Besides, living alone will only put you through more emotional distress, and I'm worried about that," I had no choice but to go along with him.

After Chen Sanyuan loaded my belongings into the car, it was already past 7 p.m. Seeing how much effort he had put into my move, I felt very guilty. We had a simple dinner at a nearby snack bar and then went straight back to Chen Sanyuan's house. By the time Chen Sanyuan had carried my luggage box by box into the house, it was already 10 p.m.

After I roughly sorted and organized my belongings, I sat in the living room drinking tea and resting when Chen Sanyuan came out of the bathroom after his morning shower. Perhaps he had momentarily forgotten that I was already living with him and that he had just taken a hot shower; he was only wearing shorts and a sleeveless t-shirt. When he saw me sitting in the living room, he seemed a little embarrassed and wanted to go into his bedroom. I casually said, "Sanyuan, your godmother will be staying here for a while, so don't be too reserved. Otherwise, I'll feel embarrassed to be staying here and bothering you."

Only after hearing this did Chen Sanyuan sit down on the living room sofa. He said, "Then godmother, don't be too reserved staying here. It's just the two of us, so just make this your own home. We'll get used to each other. Godmother, you've been busy all day, so please wash up and rest early! I'll watch the nightly news and then rest too."

Because of the day's running around and the hurried move, I was almost exhausted, so after grabbing a change of clothes, I also went into the bathroom to wash up. When I came out of the bathroom, Chen Sanyuan had already gone back to his bedroom to rest.

Since handing the divorce papers to my lawyer this afternoon, I've realized that my 30-year marriage with my husband is coming to an end. Thinking back on our 30 years of marriage, though uneventful, we did have a daughter together. Now our daughter is living abroad with her own family, and my husband has heartlessly abandoned me to build a new home. I'm left all alone, facing an uncertain future after retirement.

Outside the window, the city lights gradually thinned out. When only the streetlights remained, fading into the early summer breeze, I looked at the digital clock on the guest room closet—3:08 AM. I sighed silently. As I went to the water dispenser in the living room and filled a glass with warm water, I vaguely heard the young man's peaceful, rhythmic snoring from the master bedroom. I returned to my guest room and lay down on the bed, his sunny, youthful face lingering in my mind. I sighed deeply and gradually drifted off to sleep due to exhaustion.

The hustle and bustle of the city outside the window woke me from my sleep. I groggily got out of bed and looked at the digital clock on the closet; it was almost 11 a.m. I went to the living room and saw a note on the table: "Godmother, there's toast, bacon, eggs, etc. in the refrigerator. Please help yourself. I'll bring lunch back at noon." After reading it, a warm feeling welled up inside me.

I went into the bathroom and saw a new set of toiletries already laid out on the sink. Thinking of his thoughtfulness, another indescribable feeling rose in my heart. As I washed up, I looked in the mirror. My face was still as beautiful as a mature young woman's, but because I hadn't been sleeping well lately, there were faint dark circles under my eyes, and the crow's feet at the corners of my eyes seemed to have increased a few more. My deep red, protruding nipples stood out particularly prominently and alluringly against my still-slender and full breasts. As I dried myself with a towel, I stroked my still fair and delicate skin with a touch of self-pity.

After drying myself off, I realized I'd forgotten to bring a change of clothes. I opened the bathroom door, hurrying out of the living room to return to the guest room, but unexpectedly bumped into Chen Sanyuan just entering. I froze, startled. Chen Sanyuan also stared at me blankly, then quickly turned around and said, "Godmother, I'm sorry, I didn't know you... Godmother, I didn't see you... It's okay..."

Hearing his words, I snapped out of my daze, my face instantly burning with embarrassment. I hurried back to the guest room, my legs weak, and sat on the edge of the bed, my mind blank. ...It wasn't until I heard Chen Sanyuan calling me for dinner that I snapped back to reality and realized I wasn't dressed yet.

As I walked blushing and head down into the kitchen, Chen Sanyuan had already set the table. He casually said, "Godmother, because of the short notice, I could only buy a few simple side dishes. I hope you don't mind. I'll cook some more delicious dishes when I get back tonight." I blushed and didn't answer, lowering my head to pick up my rice bowl and eat in small bites. Chen Sanyuan then put a piece of fish and some vegetables in my bowl, smiling as he said, "Godmother, don't be shy. We'll be 'living together' for many more days, so eat more vegetables, don't just eat rice."

While eating, Chen Sanyuan talked about the little anecdotes of his day, and I gradually relaxed and occasionally responded to him. After the meal, I asked Chen Sanyuan to let me clean up and told him that I would be in charge of cooking at home from now on, otherwise I would be too bored at home.

After I finished cleaning the kitchen and returned to the living room, Chen Sanyuan said to me, "Godmother, I'm going to accompany a couple to see a house this afternoon. I wonder if you would be willing to come with me to meet the clients first, and then we can go to your farmhouse to check on the progress of the renovation?"

I felt bored being home alone, so I agreed. I asked him what would be appropriate to wear for such an occasion, and Chen Sanyuan said, "Godmother, like those dresses you wore the other day, mature yet beautiful, I feel especially proud standing next to you."

When I returned to the living room from the guest room, Chen Sanyuan stared at me intently with wide eyes and said, "Godmother, no, calling you godmother is too insulting. I should call you 'beautiful little sister' so people won't laugh at me."

"Sanyuan, don't exaggerate like that. Godmother is already 50 years old. You're just good at sweet-talking her to make her happy." Although I said that, I was actually very happy, especially since I had just paid extra attention to my eye and lip makeup.

Chen Sanyuan's clients were a middle-aged couple in their forties. When Chen Sanyuan greeted them, he vaguely introduced me as his family member. Later, while Chen Sanyuan explained the advantages and price of the house to his clients, the woman kept praising Chen Sanyuan for his good taste in finding such a beautiful and considerate wife. When I tried to explain, Chen Sanyuan deliberately put his arm around me in front of them and secretly squeezed my hand, signaling me to be quiet. Chen Sanyuan specifically stated that I came to see the house because I heard him say how good it was; during the viewing, the man also kept glancing at me furtively. Although we didn't make a purchase on the spot, his intention to buy was very firm, but the price still needed to be negotiated.

On the way back to the farmhouse, Chen Sanyuan said to me happily, "Godmother, I should ask you to accompany me more often when I go out with clients. It's not only more prestigious, but it also improves my performance and image."

I wanted to scold him for not clearly introducing me to the clients, but then I thought he might have had his reasons for doing this for work. However, remembering how the client's wife had treated me like a younger colleague and given me advice on how to get along with my husband, I felt a little smug about my appearance.

It was quite late when we returned from the farmhouse. Having been busy all afternoon, Chen Sanyuan told me to take a shower first. When I came out of the shower, Chen Sanyuan was only wearing shorts and carrying a change of clothes from the bedroom, ready to take a shower as well. This was the first time I had ever seen Chen Sanyuan dressed so casually.

What surprised me even more was that Chen Sanyuan, who usually dressed neatly and looked rather thin, had surprisingly well-developed pectoral muscles when shirtless. His prominent male characteristics, especially under his tight-fitting shorts, made me blush. I pretended not to notice and said, "You've been busy all afternoon, go take a shower. Your godmother will make dinner."

At dinner, Chen Sanyuan suggested we go for a walk nearby or see a movie. I politely declined, saying I was tired after a busy afternoon and wanted to rest. So after dinner, we watched TV for a while and then went to our respective rooms.

Back in the bedroom, although I was tired, I couldn't sleep. I found a home decor book on his bookshelf and lay on the bed, flipping through it aimlessly. Before I knew it, I had fallen asleep from exhaustion.

I was awakened by the sound of something falling. I groggily opened my eyes and saw that the book I had been reading the night before had fallen off the bed. Still sleepy, I picked it up and put it on the table. Looking at the digital clock on the cabinet, it was already past 7 a.m.

I yawned as I left the guest room and opened the bathroom door to wash up. Unexpectedly, I saw Chen Sanyuan, completely naked, holding a showerhead and washing himself. The sound of the bathroom door opening made him turn and look at me. Perhaps because it was early morning, his penis, though only partially erect, felt incredibly thick and long.

I was stunned by the sight. In an instant, I blushed deeply and slammed the bathroom door shut. My legs felt weak as I returned to the guest room. I sat blankly on the bed, my mind a complete blank, my face involuntarily turning red again…

“Godmother, there’s some toast with eggs on the table for you. I’m going to work now, see you this afternoon!” Chen Sanyuan’s voice from outside the door snapped me out of my daze. Then I heard the door close, and I looked at the digital clock on the cabinet; it was almost 9 a.m.

I sat there blankly for a few minutes before opening the guest room door. Feeling guilty, I checked the room to make sure no one was home, then breathed a sigh of relief. I took my clothes and went into the bathroom to wash up. As I picked up the showerhead and let the warm water wash over me, I remembered the scene of Chen Sanyuan showering me earlier, and suddenly felt a little irritated. My face flushed with embarrassment, I quickly finished washing up and went to the kitchen. I picked up a loaf of toast from the table and savored it, as if I wanted to swallow his wicked smile as well.

I spent the whole morning in a daze, not knowing how I got through it, until the sudden sound of a car horn outside woke me up. Looking at the time, it was almost 11 a.m., so I hurriedly went into the kitchen and frantically prepared a few simple dishes.

Soon after, Chen Sanyuan returned home. He walked into the kitchen as if nothing had happened, and seeing the food laid out on the table, he said with a satisfied expression, "Godmother, the rice and vegetables smell so good! Thank you for cooking such a delicious lunch for me."

After lunch, since Chen Sanyuan had nothing to do in the afternoon, he drove me directly to the farmhouse to check on the progress of the renovation project. The exterior of the house was only being repaired and renovated, and the roof was being raised and replaced with Japanese-style insulated tiles. The main changes were to the interior renovation and decoration. The windows in each room were enlarged, the floors were tiled, the two sides of the living room were converted into Japanese-style rooms, and an extra-large jacuzzi was installed in the bathroom next to the master bedroom. After discussing the renovation details with the decorator, Chen Sanyuan left.

When we returned to Chen Sanyuan's house, it was almost 5 p.m. Chen Sanyuan was carrying the groceries he had bought on the way back and wanted to come into the kitchen with me to help. After I politely declined, he went into his bedroom first to get a change of clothes to prepare for a shower.

When I finished setting out dinner, Chen Sanyuan had already showered and returned to his bedroom. I took my change of clothes and went into the bathroom to wash away the fatigue of the afternoon's journey.

After dinner, as I tidied up the kitchen and returned to the living room to watch TV, Chen Sanyuan came to my side from the bedroom and said, "Godmother, the lawyer just informed me that you need to come to his office at 9:30 tomorrow morning."

My heart was suddenly filled with sorrow and confusion. Although I knew this was inevitable, hearing the news still made me feel as if the sky had fallen, and my spirits plummeted. I silently nodded and went back to the guest room.

Back in my room, I lay on the bed, tears streaming down my face again. Although our married life was uneventful, we had been husband and wife for 30 years. I could already predict how tomorrow would end, but when I thought about my husband's deception and lies over the years, and his heartless departure from home a few days ago, I still felt a resentful resentment.

Although I didn't sleep well last night, I still got up early in the morning. Perhaps out of a competitive spirit with a certain woman, I deliberately dressed myself up to look more beautiful. Chen Sanyuan looked at me with surprise, then silently drove me to the law firm. He only whispered in my ear, "Godmother, don't worry, I will always be by your side." Then he sat down at one of the tables like a law firm employee. Soon after, my husband arrived in his car. I could vaguely see a woman holding a child inside, but only my husband got out.

When Attorney Liu, following her duty as a lawyer, consulted both parties again about their wishes and whether they had any other opinions, my husband said gently that he didn't actually intend to divorce. As long as I thought more about him, the marriage could still continue, and he was willing to compensate me more materially in the future.

Seeing my husband's continued perfunctory attitude, I was so angry that tears welled up in my eyes again. At that moment, Chen Sanyuan, who was sitting at the other desk, took the opportunity to pass by and gently squeeze my hand while getting a document for the lawyer. This calmed my anger, which was about to erupt. I expressed my determination to divorce to the lawyer, and my husband, seeing my attitude, showed a calm expression as if he had breathed a sigh of relief.

After we signed the divorce agreement in the presence of the lawyer, Attorney Liu took us to the household registration office to complete the divorce registration and obtain the renewed ID cards. After completing the procedures for the divorce by mutual consent, we returned to the law firm to finish all the formalities with the lawyer.

After my ex-husband finished paying the fees and walked out of the office, he turned back to me and said, "Ms. Li, this marriage could have been peaceful if you had just taken a step back and stopped pressuring me. Unfortunately…; also, although you look quite nice today, no matter how young you dress, don't forget you're a nearly 50-year-old retired woman."

Hearing his heartless and sarcastic words before he left, I trembled with anger. I asked Chen Sanyuan to take me home immediately. After returning to Chen Sanyuan's house, I finally couldn't hold back anymore and burst into tears on the bed.

I don't know how much time passed before Chen Sanyuan gently knocked on the door and said, "Godmother, may I come in?" I opened the door and couldn't help but hug him, my eyes filled with uncontrollable sobs.

Chen Sanyuan gently stroked my swollen, red eyes and said tenderly, "Godmother, marriage is just an institution people devised to suppress humanity's innate, greedy sexual instincts; moreover, in today's society, divorce doesn't mean anything. Sometimes, suffering in a painful marriage can be transformed into a new beginning through divorce..." "

But he was so mean! He mocked me, calling me a 50-year-old woman no one wants..." Thinking of my ex-husband's mocking gaze, I sobbed hysterically into Chen Sanyuan's arms.

"Godmother, those words were just a way for him to cover up his lack of affection for you. And you're not an unwanted old woman, Godmother. No matter what changes you undergo in the future, I will always love you." Chen Sanyuan suddenly hugged me tightly and then leaned down to gently kiss my forehead.

His bold and intimate gesture stunned me, making my already painful emotions even more chaotic. My face flushed instantly. I wanted to push him away but didn't know what to do. I stammered hesitantly, "Sanyuan, could you go out first and let your godmother have some peace and quiet?"

Chen Sanyuan nodded and kissed my cheek, saying, "Godmother, I will always wait for your answer."

After Chen Sanyuan left, I lay blankly on the bed. Having just experienced the grief of a broken marriage, I immediately heard Chen Sanyuan's bold declaration of love. The more I thought about it, the more unsure of what to do, and before I knew it, I had fallen asleep.

I vaguely heard a knock on the door. Chen Sanyuan, as usual, called me to get up for dinner. After what happened during the day, I was a little afraid to face him. I opened the door, blushing and shyly looking at him. Unexpectedly, his attitude was the same as usual. He said to me, "Godmother, I saw it was already past 7 pm. I was afraid you would forget the time for dinner, so I knocked on the door."

After I sat down at the table, Chen Sanyuan looked at me with a smile and said, "Godmother, I made some chicken soup. Do you like the taste?"

I blushed and lowered my head to eat, but he kept urging me to eat more like an older brother. This meal made me feel as embarrassed as a young bride.

Although Chen Sanyuan never hesitated to express his love for me, perhaps he still respected my feelings, so I gradually let my guard down, and life returned to normal. Every day, I would help him with housework, or go with him to the farmhouse to see how it was being renovated. Sometimes I would joke with him, but the thought of the huge age gap between us always made me feel a little melancholy.

Unconsciously, I seemed to have gotten used to having him by my side, and I even became more and more dependent on him in my daily life. Sometimes at night, lying in bed alone, I would think about my ex-husband's ruthlessness and how my daughter, who had married and moved abroad, had her own life. Only I was left alone, living a lonely life in this vast sea of people. Especially when my ex-husband said during the divorce, "You're just an old woman who's retired," it often made me secretly heartbroken. I kept thinking about how Chen Sanyuan would always deliberately bring me little surprises every day, even intentionally making me blush. But the pain of my divorce and the age gap between us still made me hesitant to take the next step. Sometimes I could only feel disheartened by these traditional, worldly views.

As the completion date of the farmhouse renovation drew closer, I became increasingly anxious. Sometimes, looking at Chen Sanyuan's youthful and vibrant face, I would drift off into thought, making him think I was falling into sadness again. Instead, he would comfort me with even more encouraging words.

The farmhouse renovation and decoration were finally completed, and Chen Sanyuan helped me with the transfer of ownership. He seemed somewhat reluctant to let me go, telling me that in a few days I could move into the renovated farmhouse and truly enjoy my retirement.

The night before moving, after dinner, Chen Sanyuan finished packing everything for me. He looked at me with a touch of emotion and said, "Godmother, after work tomorrow, I'll take everything to your new home. Thank you for being with me during this time, making me feel like I have a family."

Late that night, I lay in bed, thinking that starting tomorrow night, I would be living alone again. I didn't know how to end Chen Sanyuan's feelings for me; the painful experience of my divorce had made me afraid of relationships, and the age gap made me hesitant to take the next step. I tossed and turned all night, unable to sleep until dawn.

On moving day, Chen Sanyuan came home early. After helping me check the belongings again, it was already getting dark. He drove me out of the city and into the suburbs. The two of us were silent the whole way, the atmosphere in the car somewhat heavy. Chen Sanyuan forced a smile and told me some jokes, which made me even more grateful to him.

After Chen Sanyuan helped me unload my luggage from the car, carrying it box by box into the house and placing it in each room, I saw that it was already quite late. I smiled at him and said, "Sanyuan, it's so late. It's dangerous for you to drive back now. Why don't you stay here with your godmother tonight and experience the peaceful night in the countryside?"

Chen Sanyuan happily agreed, and then playfully added, "Okay, I'd be honored to spend the last night of two single people in my godmother's 'new house' with her."

After Chen Sanyuan finished showering, he wanted to chat with me some more, but because it was so late, I politely declined. He said goodnight to me with some disappointment and went to rest in the guest room on the other side of the living room. Afterward, I took my change of pajamas to the bathroom next to the bedroom and let the warm water wash away all my fatigue.

After showering, in the soft pink nightlight, I lay on the tatami bed, thinking: This is finally my first night officially living in the countryside. Although a faint sense of loneliness and weariness lingered in my mind and body, the chirping of unknown insects echoed in the silent darkness outside, yet I felt no sleepiness.

Then, I gradually thought of Chen Sanyuan, who slept on the other side of the living room. I recalled the little things I had done while staying at his house these past few days; perhaps after tomorrow, I would be left alone and helpless in this farmhouse, waiting for the relentless passage of time to ravage me until my body slowly aged and I faced death…

Throughout the night, accompanied by the gradually fading chirping of insects and the sighs of sleepless tossing and turning, I slowly drifted into a half-awake, half-asleep state only when the distant crowing of roosters reached me in the darkness.

When I woke up again, I looked at the clock on the wall and it was almost 2 p.m. I got out of bed and went to the living room. Chen Sanyuan had already left. There was a note on the living room table that read: "Godmother, I noticed you didn't seem to sleep well, so I toasted two slices of bread with a fried egg and put them on the dining table for your breakfast. If you don't get up until after noon, don't eat the toast. Make something for yourself first. I'll make dinner when you come back in the evening to celebrate your official move into your 'new house' and give you an 'unforgettable' memory tonight." (Chen Sanyuan then drew a smiley face with her tongue sticking out after the message.)

Seeing Chen Sanyuan's thoughtful message, I went into the dining room. Seeing the egg-filled toast in the food container on the table, a sweet, crunchy feeling welled up inside me, but also a deep sense of melancholy.

After finishing the toast, I checked the time and it was already past 3 pm. The early summer sun blazed down on the earth. I lazily changed into a set of tight-fitting jeans and a baseball cap, preparing for farm work. I picked up a small hoe and sickle from behind the house and went out onto the path connecting the courtyard to Lai Dachuan.

This path hadn't been tended since I bought it; the weeds on both sides had grown taller than my knees. Holding the hoe and sickle, I bent down and laboriously cleared and trimmed the weeds. The scorching sun pierced through the gaps in the leaves, harshly cutting into my back, which was clad in tight jeans.

After working for a while…

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