My life is ending, and my aloof CEO wife is taking revenge on me.

Chapter 119 Feelings That Dare Not Be Touched

That evening, I moved out of the guesthouse and found a hotel near the competition venue to stay in.

As soon as I checked into the hotel, I immediately contacted Jiang Yi and Professor Xie to tell them about it.

They probably knew a lot about what had happened in the past two days, so they didn't press me, only telling me to take good care of myself.

I stood in front of the floor-to-ceiling window, looking down at the brightly lit and bustling streets below, which contrasted sharply with my mood at that moment.

It seems that even the busiest streets can no longer warm my heart.

Song Yafei called repeatedly, and I hung up each time. Then, an unfamiliar number called.

I had a guess in my mind that it might be Song Yafei calling, but I also knew that, given her personality, she wouldn't give up and would still call from another phone.

I wonder when I will be able to get rid of what's in front of me.

I finally answered the phone. As soon as I answered, Song Yafei asked me, "Where did you go? Why is the room empty?"

I didn't reply to her, but just asked her, "What do you want?"

Song Yafei paused for a moment before speaking, "Can you forgive me?"

This topic instantly plunged me into an abyss.

In a way, she was also a victim, and I don't know how to blame the woman I once loved so deeply.

But after all these years, I still can't bring myself to forgive her for what she's done.

I finally sighed, "Forgive you for what?"

Song Yafei remained silent for a long time. Perhaps she herself realized that the things that had happened over the years could not be resolved with just a word of forgiveness.

But thinking of her domineering mother, I couldn't bring myself to hate her; I just didn't want to get entangled with her anymore.

"Yafei".

It had been a long time since I had called her name so calmly and gently.

Song Yafei was also taken aback, and then gave a soft "hmm".

"Let's just forget about it and break up like this."

I didn't hear Song Yafei's voice on the other end of the phone, but I could hear her sobbing.

I hardened my heart and said, "All these years, no matter what, your only choice has been Yu Chengliang."

"So many things, so many years, even if we know the truth now, what's the point? What can we change? It's better to... look forward."

When Song Yafei spoke again, her voice trembled slightly, completely lacking her usual aggressive tone.

"You...you heard everything?"

I didn't hide anything either: "If you're referring to your conversation with your mother, yes, I heard it all."

After hearing all this, do you think we can ever get back together?

This girl I once loved deeply, having witnessed how her mother treated her, I couldn't bear to push her to her death.

So I made the same suggestion I made before: "Let's be a loving couple in public, but let's not see each other in private anymore."

This time, I didn't care whether she agreed or not, and just hung up the phone.

But she still wouldn't give up and called me a few more times on her own phone, but I ignored her.

I sat down in front of the floor-to-ceiling window, leaning against the cold glass, gazing at the past. Everything was right before my eyes, yet everything had changed.

That night, my heart was both calm and turbulent. I was indignant about what Song Ma had done, but calm because I finally knew the truth and no longer needed to dwell on anything else.

From now on, I can simply follow my own path to the end without having to consider anything else.

On my second day at the hotel, Jiang Yi called and asked me to come and collect my award.

It turns out that my work won an award in this competition without a doubt.

But I'm not one to show off, so I asked Senior Jiang Yi to accept the award for me.

In the evening, Jiang Yi came to find me, this time to celebrate winning the award.

This is something I can't refuse, but I don't need to worry about these things. Senior Jiang Yi will arrange everything and will also promote our studio appropriately.

When the celebration banquet started, we didn't see Professor Xie. I wonder if it was because of the controversy surrounding the competition.

I immediately went to find out what happened from Senior Jiang Yi, and he replied with a smile.

"No, you're overthinking it. Professor Xie is just worried that if he comes, everyone won't have enough fun. To ensure everyone has a good time, the professor usually doesn't attend celebration banquets unless absolutely necessary."

"I see, then I'm relieved."

Because I was happy, I also drank two glasses.

After drinking, everyone played together, some sang, some danced, and the rest gathered together to chat.

I was sitting there somewhat dazed when Lin Qiuran sent me a text message asking about my painting.

That family is probably about to leave the country.

I was initially reluctant to leave, but the events of the past few days have made me think about many things more clearly.

I have too many responsibilities and too many desires. My parents have given me very little, but I always want to do something for them.

I want to leave their posthumous works to those who appreciate them.

Because the place was too noisy, I messaged Lin Qiuran, offering to sell the painting to a buyer.

I can take care of this when I get back in a couple of days.

After receiving my answer, Lin Qiuran tried to persuade me a few more times, but seeing that I was determined, she didn't say anything more.

Song Yafei, having somehow gotten wind of the situation, came looking for everyone. Just as everyone was having a good time, Song Yafei suddenly barged in.

Under her imposing aura, everyone in the room stopped, and it only became lively again after she pulled me out of the room.

She pulled me into a quiet room next door.

After entering the room, she closed the door, pressed me against the wall, and held me captive in front of her.

She stared at me intently, her expression indifferent.

I calmly gave a slight smile. "I thought we had made ourselves very clear."

Song Yafei suddenly erupted in anger, "Explain yourself? Explain what? Do you even understand how I feel about you?"

"And you? What are your feelings for me? You didn't say anything, and you want to end everything with just a 'never mind'!"

"What else do you want to say? Say how much you love me? Say how much you had no choice? I heard all of that, but so what? What can it change?"

"This is the end between us, understand? Why bother? Forcing things won't make things better for either of us. I just want things to be easier from now on, understand?"

"I can't afford feelings!"

He ruthlessly pushed her away, opened the door, and left in one breath without looking back.

I left Song Yafei alone in the room. I didn't know how heartbroken she would be, and I didn't want to know. I didn't want to look back. I knew I couldn't bear to see her sad.

When I came out, I ran into Jiang Yi, who seemed to have rushed out. He asked me with great concern, "Are you alright?"

I shook my head and glanced back at the door behind me. "Nothing should happen anymore."