Say No to Men Attached to Their Old Love

Outside the ward, Arvin asked the doctor about Debby's condition.The doctor, holding Debby's medical records, glanced coldly at Arvin."She's in good health. The bruises on her hands only need some anti-inflammatory cream. She doesn't have to frequent the hospital."Arvin stood frozen in place. "Bruises... Aren't her injuries severe? She had bandages on just a couple of days ago."The doctor faltered, seeming somewhat speechless. "It was a minor sprain, not...""Arvin, Arvin!"Hearing the sharp cry, Arvin hurriedly rushed back into the ward before the doctor could finish."What's wrong? Are you in pain somewhere?"Hearing that, the doctor shook his head.Watching Arvin take good care of Debby, I couldn't help but find it amusing. When I mentioned my pain in the belly before delivering the baby and the blood all over, he refused to believe it, accusing me of deceiving him.Yet, with Debby having just a few bruises, he was so concerned.I knew about the sprain the doctor had

"She wouldn't have gone anywhere. She likely went home. It's late, so you should rest for now," said Arvin.Debby said awkwardly, "The guest room hasn't been tidied up yet, but... It's fine. I can sleep on the couch for a night."During my pregnancy, I grew bored at home and went on a spree of buying baby supplies online. Many of them remained unopened and stacked up in the guest room.Although they were piled there, they weren't on the bed. Was it so bad for her to bear?Apart from the nursery prepared for the baby and the study, the master bedroom was the only room with a bed. Debby's intention was quite clandestine.She didn't bother with slowly getting Arvin's heart but preferred to sleep with him directly.Arvin promptly apologized, "Sorry for the inconvenience. Tomorrow, I'll ask Letitia to prepare a room for you."Debby's face twitched momentarily, but then she smiled and agreed, "Okay."Arvin placed a call to our maid."I'm sorry for calling you so late, Evelyn. But I

Arvin looked dazed, and the phone slipped from his hand, landing heavily on the floor. But he didn't react at all."De... Dead? The blood was obviously fake. It's impossible. It must be a deception," he murmured silently, transitioning from initial uncertainty and suspicion to a gradually firm conviction."She must be trying to deceive me again. This time, she is just smart enough to involve someone else. She just wants me to give in, doesn't she? Hah," he sneered cynically, picking up the phone."Letitia, I know you're listening. Let me explain again. I'm taking care of Debby because of your past friendship with her. Please stop your drama. I'm tired."Maggie let out a cold, mocking laugh, exposing the truth, "Letty is already dead. Stop playing the lovesick fool."Despite being convinced that Letitia and Maggie were deceiving him, Arvin often found himself distracted while dealing with official matters.The pen paused on the paper, then he threw it down in frustration. He aggre

The air was filled with the scent of orange shower gel, and the warm yellow light cast a tempting glow on Debby. In such an environment, the surging hormones could easily lead to something more.However, Arvin seemed preoccupied, oblivious to the atmosphere Debby was trying to set as he made to leave.Debby caught his sleeve, but Arvin remained focused on his phone, his tone patient yet strained, "Anything else?"Releasing his sleeve, Debby forced a smile. "Nothing."My departure seemed to trigger a change. Arvin's passion for Debby had waned. Recently, Debby had been obedient, cooking and awaiting his return for dinner, playing the role of the perfect wife.I observed incredulously as Arvin messaged me, his demeanor shifting from commanding to gentle, cautiously seeking my attention.This transformation struck me as both absurd and perplexing.Men were truly inscrutable, always valuing what they couldn't have the most.As my due date approached, Arvin grew visibly anxious, str

I didn't know what Arvin was thinking. I sat bored on the tree trunk, idly staring at the door of my home. I had looked out the window earlier and had only seen Adonis. There was no one else in the house.Thinking about the old man's mention of a trip, I knew it made sense. My father had a weak heart. If he knew about my death, it was highly likely that he couldn't withstand it. Adonis had probably lied to them and convinced them to have this trip.I couldn't help but curl my lips at the thought of them probably having fun in some city somewhere.Arvin had a broken leg. When the driver was about to arrive, he asked timidly if they should go to the hospital first.After Arvin got his leg bandaged and returned home, he saw the warm yellow light in the living room. His Adam's apple rolled, and he looked hopefully towards the kitchen.Debby was cutting fruit. Upon hearing the door open, she turned around, smiling gently. "You're back."Arvin's gaze gradually dimmed. After responding,