My Alleged Husband

Chapter 1713: Chapter 1507: Not Easy

There is no such thing as an easy happy life, and nothing anyone does comes so casually. Who knows that everything is a result of sincere efforts between each other?

How could Zhang Zhentian not understand the meaning behind his son’s words? As a father, he knows his own son best, yet he chose to say nothing, quietly accepting every word his child said to him. He humbly thought that being good to his child was enough. He always hoped his child would genuinely forgive him, allowing him to stay at home. Only then would he truly be able to let go of the burdens within his heart and feel less guilty.

Back then, he abandoned his entire family and clan for his own selfish reasons, causing his father to endure so many hardships, while he, as a son, lived a carefree life elsewhere. What right did he have to demand his father’s love for him? Why did he allow his loved ones to feel sad and shed tears because of his actions, while he remained indifferent?

Zhang Zhentian knew that no one in this world has a heart of stone. Everyone is inherently vulnerable. If they eventually become hardened, it only means they have experienced too much pain and hurt, forcing them to be defensively wary like a hedgehog, protecting themselves from any harm. Perhaps only such a person can live happily, without suffering from others’ harm. Yet, who knows, even if they believe they are unharmed by others, they still feel lonely inside, for without being hurt, they have no friends. Living a solitary life, they ultimately gain nothing and have nothing.

”Child, I know what these words mean. As a father, I understand my child best. What you say is to keep us at home, to accompany your grandfather and ensure he has a happy life. I know you are a dutiful child. We always pay attention to everything you do but never interfere. We believe every decision you make is right, because your eyes are as bright as your grandfather’s, and every decision you make will never be wrong or deviate. I believe that if you can achieve such success in your career, you will also achieve the same in life.”

”I once caused indelible harm by abandoning you, but your forgiveness makes me truly happy and content. I don’t ask for much; just having my family by my side is enough for me. I have rarely experienced such things in my life, always living happily under others’ protection. Perhaps such a life is nothing new to me, but to you, it seems tragic.”

”Child, I must admit that the hardships your father faced over the years are unimaginable to anyone. You may think I am lying, but have you considered why I am telling you this and not anyone else? Because I believe my own son would never take these words as a joke. I’ve never spoken of what I’ve gone through over the years, not even to your mother. She doesn’t know how much pain I’ve endured. I’ve been constantly tormented, struggling within myself, not believing that I would ultimately abandon you all!”

”Do you think saying these things now holds any significance or meaning? Don’t these words make you feel any shame? You claim you never wished to do what you did, but since you did, you should not speak of it now. Saying such things only makes others look down on you. I ask, why did you leave in the first place? Leaving was abandoning your own skills, and abandonment cannot be forgiven. If one repeatedly makes mistakes, why should others forgive you time and again? Should others have to endure your harm repeatedly?”

”Since I have genuinely forgiven you today, I will never say anything to make you feel uncomfortable. But I also hope you don’t push my limits. Everyone’s patience has a bottom line, and when it runs out, why should they continue to live joyfully in this world? I know these words are unpleasant for you to hear, and you might think I’m bullying you, but have you considered whether your actions over the years are justifiable? You seem to gain happiness and everything you desire outside, but when you look back, have you truly achieved what you wanted?”

”Yet every action still seems as selfish as before. You could abandon your family and friends for self-interest. People like you may never know genuine concern; every expression you show might be a facade. But I’m willing to trust my grandfather because I want to give him a happy old age. He hopes his son and daughter-in-law will return home. No matter how unwilling I am, I will let you come back because I want to repay him for nurturing me and his generous teachings. I’ve never forgotten any guidance from my grandfather and hold it dear to my heart. Because my grandfather has given me such achievements, I believe, and I hope that one day you will realize your mistakes and wish to return to our side, to live a peaceful family life. I hope you don’t interfere with any decision our family makes!”

In the end, the path of life is one that only you can walk, and only by walking it yourself can you understand what kind of journey it truly is!