The Turning Point

"Sheng, you promised to be with me forever," Liang Hua pleaded, unable to comprehend Cui Qingsheng's sudden change in demeanor. "You even said you'd divorce that old woman and marry me."

Cui Qingsheng's expression darkened. He hadn't anticipated Liang Hua to be so thoughtless. He wasn't really planning to abandon her; he was merely putting on a show until the storm passed. But now, here she was, tearing down everything he had carefully built. What good would ruining him do for her?

With a cold face, Cui Qingsheng retorted, "When did I ever say such a thing?"

"Five years ago, in June," Liang Hua replied resolutely, the memory etched deeply in her mind.

Cui Qingsheng tried desperately to signal to Liang Hua, but she, slow to catch on, failed to grasp his intent.

As if something had suddenly clicked, Liang Hua clung to Cui Qingsheng's arm. "Sheng, she must be forcing you, isn't she?"