After a blind date, a wealthy heir asked me to marry him.

That night, Lu Shiyi couldn't sleep at all.

Despite not having slept for two days, she was unable to fall asleep at this moment.

Even though she was physically exhausted, her mind was filled with memories of every moment she and Fu Cheng had shared since they got their marriage certificate, like a movie playing in her head.

Specifically, it is a collection of countless lies woven together.

He is Fu Cheng!

The richest man in Nanshi, the eldest son of the Fu family, the head of the Fu Group, the leading enterprise in Nanshi...

What an amazing person.

A person who can casually spend thousands of dollars with a wave of their hand.

He actually stayed with her, this ordinary commoner, through several months of hardship.

No, it's acting!

They've been acting for several months.

Lu Shiyi smiled bitterly.

These were probably the most difficult months of his life...

He ate cheap meals with her, shopped with her in crowded supermarkets, bought discounted items, watched her worry about household expenses of tens or hundreds of dollars, and listened to her nag about trivial matters that he considered meaningless. How did he manage not to laugh or complain?

They're probably turning into Ninja Turtles by now, aren't they?

Or perhaps, this high-ranking, ultra-wealthy individual finds pleasure in this?

Watching her, an ordinary citizen, struggle to make a living and work herself to the bone every day, is something you find novel and amusing?

Lu Shiyi stared at the cold-eyed, sculpted man on the webpage on his phone. He was dressed in a well-tailored suit, exuding an air of nobility. Just one glance was enough to make people feel his aloof and oppressive aura.

This is one of the few photos of him that she found online.

She was fortunate enough to have this noble man, who was only meant to be admired from afar and not to be touched, for several months because of his deception. Shouldn't she be happy about that?

Lu Shiyi just stared quietly at the familiar yet unfamiliar man on her phone.

A long time, a long time.

Then, she raised her hand and wiped away the tears from the corner of her eyes.

This man, who had given her warmth and support, whom she gradually became dependent on and eventually entered her heart, had been deceiving her from the very beginning.

So, which of his words are true and which are false?

What was she to him?

A toy?

A foolish woman who can be easily deceived and fooled?

If none of these apply, then what was his purpose in deceiving her from the very beginning?

Was he afraid she would covet his money?

Or was he afraid that if she found out about his noble status, she would pester him relentlessly and never let go?

Lu Shi felt like his head was about to explode, the pain was so intense it was driving him crazy.

She turned off her phone, got up and walked to the window, opened it, and let the cold wind blow on her face and body.

Just a few days ago, she remarked that she felt she was the happiest woman in the world.

She has loving parents, a husband she trusts and can give her heart to, and small life goals she can strive for.

At that time, she was full of energy and enthusiasm.

She thought that her future would continue like this, peaceful and happy.

But in just a few days, everything changed.

The two most important men in her life, one left, and the other became a liar.

In the pitch-black night, the biting cold wind, like a knife, scraped against the woman standing by the window.

But compared to the raging storm in her heart, this bit of cold wind was utterly insignificant.

……

early morning.

The only difference between today's daytime and nighttime is the difference between gray and black.

The sky was overcast, the oppressive atmosphere making it hard to breathe.

Lu Shiyi, who had finally fallen asleep just as dawn was breaking, was suddenly awakened by a series of urgent knocks on the door.

"Sister, sister, come quick..." The voice was frantic and choked with sobs.

It's Lu Shuyao.

She frantically banged and shouted, her cries interspersed with uncontrollable sobs.

Lu Shiyi suddenly sat up in bed, slipped on his slippers, and ran to the door.

"Sister, Mom, Mom..."

Lu Shuyao only managed to say a few words before bursting into tears.

Lu Shi felt a sudden rush to her head. She wanted to run over immediately, but her legs went weak and powerless against her will.

She couldn't remember how she got to the main hall.

All she remembers is...

There, she saw her mother sleeping peacefully.

No matter how she called out or screamed, her mother never responded.

Her mother remained asleep.

He never woke up again...

There was also a letter next to it.

Another letter...

Lu Shiyi took the letter with trembling hands.

She dared not open it, nor dared she look at it.

She desperately hoped that her mother was simply too tired and sleeping too soundly, which was why she hadn't heard her calls.

But the words on the folded cover of the letter ruthlessly shattered her illusions.

Lu Shi felt a sudden darkness before her eyes. Her exhausted body could no longer hold on, and she fainted.

……

To Yao Yao, on the 11th:

"Forgive your mother's selfishness. I know this is cruel to you, but I still made this decision. Like I said before, everyone has to go one day, sooner or later. The first ten years of my life were terrible; I tasted all the bitterness of this world. Besides a wretched life, I had nothing else. Fortunately, I met your father. He saved me and gave me a second life, letting me know that this world is not only full of bitterness and coldness, but also warmth. He let me experience the most precious family affection and love in this world, and I also have two well-behaved and sensible daughters like you. For me, that is enough. I have no regrets in this life. If I really have to go on the road ahead, I want to continue walking with your father..."

“During the time your dad was sick, he kept telling me that if he passed away one day, I should go to the city and enjoy a good retirement with you all, so I wouldn’t have to worry about him anymore, and I wouldn’t have to stay in our hometown and suffer from the Lu family’s temper every day. I agreed to it then, and even said that when I had free time, I would go for walks in the park and do some square dancing, and I would definitely live a carefree and comfortable life…”

“But now I’ve changed my mind. Mom knows you’re all very filial, but your dad… I’ve nagged him for decades, he’s gotten used to it, and so have I. Without him, Mom has become lazy. Even eating, drinking, and breathing have become a burden. Nothing seems meaningful anymore. So, Mom wants to be selfish just this once. While your dad is still close enough to catch up with him and find him, I want to accompany him on his journey and keep him company…”

"Eleven, Yao Yao, don't be sad or upset. Just like your father said, we've never left; we've just changed our form of existence. From now on, your father and I will continue to protect you in a different way..."

……