Chapter 2373 - 2206: Can’t Tell Apart

Chapter 2373: Chapter 2206: Can’t Tell Apart

In my memory, you feared being alone the most. Perhaps for the rest of our lives, we can only each find our own peace.

No matter what, Zhang Yichen heard his father say this to his mother. He had to prepare himself, even though deep down he felt a bit unsettled. No matter what, they were still his parents. Knowing they’ve returned home, must he remain as stubborn as before, insisting on driving them out permanently, never to return? Can he really be that heartless? He’s not an ordinary person, so why should he bicker like ordinary people?

Wherever he may be, his heart can’t ignore his parents, regardless of the harm they’ve caused him, and no matter how deep the wounds run.

All she wanted was for her parents to stay by her side. Now that they’re back, why should she continue to be aggressive like before, pushing herself into the abyss of pain in the end?

Don’t think that by convincing others of your sincerity to follow your rules, you can live happily. In fact, it’s the most painful for him because you never know if others are genuinely treating you or just feigning affection. Sometimes, it’s the fear of betrayal rather than others’ intentions to help.

"Zhentian, not only do you thank heaven, I also thank heaven for giving me such an outstanding son, allowing me to return to this home despite my choices. I’m truly at a loss for how to fully extend my gratitude for heavens’ grace on me!

But I must bear the errors I made, in every aspect. No one owes me anything, and for every word I’ve spoken, I must apologize to fulfill my promises.

I hurt innocent people, especially my innocent child. He is so kind and innocent, yet how did I, as a mother, truly treat him?

No mother in the world could be as heartless as me, hurting her son without realizing it, time and time again, leaving them in so much pain.

Perhaps that’s why I’ll never be forgiven by my family for a lifetime. The mistakes I made hurt so many, why should they forgive me, and what right do I have to ask for their forgiveness?"

Zhang Zhentian heard his wife say these words, and deep down, he felt truly unsettled. Although he understood that many things were caused by their own doing, who wants to fully admit their mistakes?

"Stop talking; none of us are Saints.

As long as no one is a Saint, everyone makes mistakes. Although we made countless mistakes before, now we’ve recognized them and are sincerely correcting them. So why must we continually suffer the harm caused by our past mistakes, just because we committed them?

I know deep down you feel unsettled, but how can my heart feel any better? He’s my child too, my family. They were hurt terribly by us, and recalling those moments is unforgettable, vivid. Even I cannot forgive myself, nor do I expect more forgiveness or understanding from them. I only hope they let me stay here.

Perhaps me staying won’t change any outcomes, if their hearts are truly as hard as stone. We can’t soften their hearts nor expect forgiveness, but ultimately, I must bear the responsibility for my mistakes—this is an undeniable fact, unchangeable by anyone."

Xia Jing truly has no other thoughts now, nor does she dare to. She just wants to stay peacefully with her family, yet heaven seems unwilling to give them this chance.

"Enough, I don’t want to say anything anymore. The destined conclusion cannot be changed even if I give everything, but to ensure I have no future regrets, I will still give wholeheartedly, even if the outcome isn’t what I want."

Listening to his parents’ conversation, Zhang Yichen felt torn. His mother, usually so proud, is willing to sacrifice to return home and stay by his side. Is he truly being too harsh as a son, for refusing to plead for them to return sincerely now? Just one word could easily restore the situation at home, preventing them from struggling and sacrificing so much. Why does he stand idly by, not offering help?

He himself isn’t sure, as deep down, his heart is filled with obstacles and contradictions. His parents, after all, hurt and abandoned him, yet he still decided to let them return. Shouldn’t he forgive them sincerely, allowing them to stay without suffering any more pain or torture?

Clearly, saying one simple sentence would ease everything, yet why can’t he say it? Is saying that sentence truly so difficult? Just uttering it would make everything easier.

"Dad, don’t say anything more. I heard everything from outside the door. These words struck deeply within me. I always thought you came back like Grandpa, just to return home by saying such reconciliatory words. But now, hearing your words, I truly understand how ridiculous your errors were.

Rest assured, having chosen to let you return, I will never let such a predicament happen again. Stay here peacefully and never think of leaving. If you ever choose to leave, then once you do, never come back, for leaving and returning will only hurt us time and time again. You are my parents. Knowing your mistakes, you’ve already received our forgiveness. All we want is for you to truly recognize your wrongdoing. Though you may feel hurt by this, it’s unavoidable."

Past joys only required a hug, always unclear on what’s most important, realizing only after loss.