Puppy love was perfect to stir the audience's emotions. Even Vicky could not help but feel a wave of nostalgia as she watched the characters from their school days on screen.The development of the protagonists' relationship from acquaintances to lovers was beautiful.The male lead was well-off, young, handsome, and a top student with a promising future.Meanwhile, although the female lead's grades were excellent, her family background was not as favorable. She relied on scholarships and part-time jobs to cover her tuition and living expenses, but she sent money back home regularly despite facing financial hardship.Despite such disparate backgrounds, the two miraculously found their way to each other and remained together throughout their university years.While the story had its share of cliches, including the initial dislike between the main characters and various competitions and rescue scenes, it was presented endearingly and romantically.The actors' performances were great
The scene shifted, revealing that the female lead had been diagnosed with a hereditary disease. Her life might not extend beyond the age of 40.The parents of the male lead somehow learned of this news and talked to the female lead, saying, "He has already given up studying abroad for you once. Now... It's time for you to do something for him."It was revealed that everything she did was merely a facade to break up with the male lead. The narrative then returned to the beginning of the film.The male lead gazed in disbelief at the woman before him, unable to believe that the once proud and outstanding girl worked as a janitor in the company.When the female lead realized she had been spotted, she pushed the male lead away and fled.That very day, she quit her job and disappeared from his sight.The female lead's circumstances made the male lead realize something was amiss, so he sought out the female lead's friend to inquire about why she had changed so drastically. Tearfully, th
As they left the venue, Vicky overheard a chorus of regretful whispers from the others around her.It felt like a dream.Indeed, regardless of the situation, there was no going back once a decision was made.Life was not a fairytale, and nobody was obliged to wait around indefinitely.After leaving the cinema, Tyler drove her to the beach again, holding her hand just like he used to when they were in love.Vicky did not fight him, and they strolled along the shore.Neither of them uttered a word.This tranquil scene persisted until the sunset slowly descended. As sunlight brushed over the horizon, the sea turned into shades of golden red, a beautiful vibrant display that was transient and fleeting. The sun dipped below the horizon, and the sky darkened. The sea breeze picked up, causing Vicky's long hair to flutter in the wind."Vicky, can we not separate? Will you stay with me?" His voice was low, tinged with a touch of desperation.The sun had vanished, and the expressions o
Vicky froze as she understood the underlying meaning of his words. She moved her lips to speak but fell silent in the end....At night, Vicky made a video call to Aurora while Tyler was in the shower.Aurora sighed in relief at the sight of Vicky's face. "I was really scared that Tyler was texting me with your phone." She studied Vicky's expression and relaxed visibly when she saw nothing concerning, apart from a faint hint of sorrow."This won't happen again," commented Vicky.Aurora hesitated for a moment, about to inquire further, only to abruptly notice the backdrop of the video was none other than the villa where Vicky had been living. She knew that Vicky had recently moved out of the villa and into her own apartment. Aurora's keen perception caught something amiss. "Vicky, are you okay?""I'm fine," Vicky looked at Aurora on the screen. "I just wanted to let you know that I'm okay, so you don't worry."Aurora was about to say something but held back in the end. "Well... G
After the shower, Vicky changed into a fresh change of clothes and went downstairs for dinner.It was eight at night after they finished dinner, and Tyler finally spoke of what Vicky had been waiting for. "I will accept hypnosis."His compromise did not surprise Vicky as it was a result she achieved by threatening to take her life."When can we start?" she asked."It's up to you."She glanced at the time. "Today, then."He frowned. "Why the hurry?"She chuckled. "I don't want you changing your mind again if we wait any longer."He fell into silence for a long while before saying, "Alright."She stood up. "I will make a few phone calls to arrange it."Tyler did not stop her.Caught between divorce and hypnosis, he chose the second option despite knowing there was not much difference between the two. Still, being with her for an extra day, even an extra second, was all that mattered.After about 10 minutes, Vicky approached. "The hypnotist will be here in half an hour.""Her
Vicky closed her eyes and listened to the clock ticking in the quiet living room.It was so quiet around her that she could hear her heartbeat. Her mind drifted as she sat still, dazed and numb.Sometime later, someone stood before her, and she snapped out of her daydream.She slowly looked up and met a familiar face.Tyler stared at her intently. "If you don't truly want me to forget everything, why would you insist on leaving me?"She sobered. "Y—You didn't forget?""No.""But you went in for hypnosis, right? Why are you out so soon?" Vicky questioned.Tyler gazed at her intently. "Three hours have passed; is that considered soon?"Vicky glanced at the time and indeed realized that three hours had passed. At this moment, three doctors emerged from the hypnosis room, and they looked exhausted."What happened?" Vicky asked.Seemingly worn out, Samantha's voice sounded weak. "It didn't work.""Why?"Samantha looked at Tyler and let out a sigh. "Mister Hart has a strong will
Tyler's expression remained as cold and distant as ever. A faint trace of weariness filled his face, and he did not immediately come to her as he did after the previous session. He did not even spare her a second glance as he passed by her side.Vicky could not help but stand up. "Tyler."Tyler's footsteps faltered, and he slowly turned to look at her. His gaze seemed aloof, and the gaze he fixed upon her held no trace of gentleness or affection."Who are you?"Vicky was taken aback. "You...don't remember me?"Tyler's brow furrowed, and he scanned her. "Do we know each other?"Upon hearing his words, Vicky's voice failed her.As she stared at him blankly in silence, Tyler seemed to grow impatient."Do we know each other?" He repeated, his tone icy and devoid of emotion.At that moment, Vicky suddenly recalled Tyler's words.'Vicky, do you want me to forget you that badly? We'd be strangers if I forgot all about you.'Indeed, they had become strangers.The gaze he fixed on h
"You're severing ties to protect your individual futures, right?" Saul smiled.Vicky's expression was aloof, and she remained silent."Old Mister Hart and I go back a long way," Saul remarked casually as he sipped his water. "I've been retired for many years now. I wouldn't have come if that wasn't the case."Vicky was not particularly surprised by that.Saul continued, "This time, it took a significant price to persuade me... We made an agreement back then. After I conducted one hypnosis session for him, we'll never have any contact again.""For him?" Vicky finally regained her focus. "Old Mister Hart also underwent hypnosis?"Saul did not answer the question directly. Lost in reminiscence, a hint of melancholy emerged in his eyes. "In his younger days, he had a childhood friend he grew up with... Everyone thought they'd get married, and even he himself wished for that. That's when the temptation of inheriting the Hart family hit him. You can't have the best of both worlds. At t