On my way home from school, a sudden downpour began. Large raindrops pounded the ground, splashing up tiny droplets.

I stood at the school gate, watching the unexpected rain, and sighed helplessly. Just then, a familiar voice reached my ears.

“Sharon Yao, what a coincidence!” I turned around and saw Chris He, holding a black umbrella, walking towards me.

I smiled slightly and replied, “Yes, what a coincidence!” Chris He walked over to me, glanced at my soaked hair and clothes, and asked with concern, “Didn’t you bring an umbrella?” I shook my head and answered, “But it’s okay, my family will be picking me up soon.” Chris He nodded, then moved closer to me, raising his umbrella to shield both of us. “How about this, you wait with me for a while, or I can take you home.” I looked at him gratefully and said, “No need, that’s too much trouble for you. Besides, my family will be here soon.” Chris He looked at me, a gentle light in his eyes, and smiled as he said, “By the way, I’ve actually been wanting to thank you for saving me that day, so… I’d like to invite you to dinner, is that alright?” His tone seemed a little nervous, and his face flushed slightly.

I was a little surprised, but still smiled and nodded, accepting his invitation. “Of course!” Chris He’s face lit up with a happy smile. He took out his phone, asked for my number, and added me as a WeChat friend.

“Let’s arrange a time, I’ll let you know the specific location later.” I smiled and agreed, but a slight ripple of emotion stirred within me. Chris He seemed like a very thoughtful and considerate person.

Just then, a black sedan slowly pulled up to the school gate. Chris He saw it, handed me my umbrella, and said, “Take this, it’s raining too hard outside, don’t get wet. Remember to return it to me tomorrow!”

“Thank you!” I said, looking at him.

I took the umbrella and watched Chris He get into the car and drive away.

Inside an elegant tea restaurant.

Chris He was wearing a white casual suit, looking clean and handsome, while I wore a light pink dress, looking delicate and lovely. From a distance, we looked like a sweet young couple.

“Sharon Yao, this restaurant is especially good!” Chris He enthusiastically recommended.

I looked around; the environment was very elegant, with landscape paintings and soft purple lighting creating a wonderful atmosphere. “It looks nice!”

“I’m glad you like it!”

I asked first, “Have you resolved your problem?”

Chris He smiled broadly and said, “Don’t worry, I’ve taken care of it.”

He asked softly, “What would you like to eat?”

“Anything is fine, you order. This is my first time here.”

Chris He smiled, opened the menu, and skillfully ordered several dishes.

Soon, the dishes arrived one after another, looking and smelling delicious.

“Try this signature dish, it tastes amazing,” Chris He said, placing a piece in my bowl.

I took a small bite, and indeed, it was delicious. I couldn’t help but exclaim, “It’s delicious!”

We enjoyed our meal while chatting happily. Chris He told me some funny stories that had happened to him, making me laugh out loud.

I felt someone watching me. I looked up and saw Uncle Shane Yu, handsome with sharp features, dressed in a black suit, casually sitting diagonally in front of me. Opposite him was his pure and lovely third wife.

Our eyes met. His gaze made me uncomfortable, and I immediately lowered my head, really not wanting to greet him.

I said to Chris He, “I’m almost finished eating.”

“Okay, I’ll go pay the bill.”

Chris He got up to pay, and we walked out side by side.

Chris He then invited, “Sharon Yao, shall we take a walk in the park ahead?”

“Okay!” I replied.

Chris He and I entered the park and strolled along the quiet paths. Our shadows were cast in the sunlight.

Suddenly, Chris He stopped, looked into my eyes, and said softly, “Sharon Yao, I want to tell you something.”

I looked at him curiously, waiting for him to continue.

He took a deep breath and said, “Actually, from the first moment I saw you, I fell in love with you. I know this might be sudden, but I don’t want to miss this opportunity. Will you be my girlfriend?”

I froze, momentarily speechless. My mind was a jumbled mess.

Just then, a pair of butterflies flew by, fluttering together, and I felt the beauty of their graceful flight. Looking into Chris He’s sincere eyes and feeling his sincerity, a warmth gradually rose in my heart.

I smiled and nodded, saying, “Chris He, I’m willing! But we can’t interfere with each other’s studies.”

Chris He was overjoyed and nodded repeatedly! Then he hugged me tightly.

…During the Dragon Boat Festival holiday, my mother asked me to take some gifts to visit my aunt and grandmother. I went to my aunt’s house first.

When I arrived at my aunt’s house, I had just put down the gifts when I saw Uncle Shane Yu and his first wife there. His first wife was sitting on the bed, tears streaming down her face like broken beads. Uncle Shane Yu looked impatient and silently smoked in a corner.

I had heard my mother tell the story of Uncle Shane Yu and his first wife. They faced many difficulties in the early stages of their business, but each time, it was the first wife’s family who lent a helping hand, helping them through the difficulties. However, fate played a cruel joke on this family.

One day, the logistics company was provoked and harassed by a group of thugs. Without hesitation, the uncle went to resolve the issue, but unfortunately, the other party pulled out a knife and stabbed him. In that critical moment, the first wife bravely rushed forward, shielding the uncle from a fatal blow. However, this act of heroism came at a heavy price—she could no longer bear children.

After careful consideration, Uncle Shane Yu finally spoke: “Let’s get a divorce!” These words struck the first wife like a bolt from the blue, instantly shattering her noble and elegant demeanor. She lay on the bed, weeping uncontrollably, her grief tinged with despair, tears streaming down her face. Her aunt sat beside her, offering gentle comfort.

The first wife suddenly looked up, her eyes filled with anger and disappointment, and growled at Uncle Shane Yu, “Shane Yu, you’re utterly heartless!” Uncle Shane Yu took a deep breath and calmly replied, “I’ll have the lawyer prepare the divorce papers and send them to you. I’ll also give you more financial compensation.” Having said this, he resolutely stood up, turned, and walked out of the bedroom.