Chapter 1: Wet in the Kitchen
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Slam!
A piece of paper was suddenly thrown in front of Bai Ran. On the paper wrote five large words, âDivorce Agreement.â
Bai Ran lowered her eyes to hide the sadness in them. Then, she smiled faintly and gently took the divorce agreement.
Despite being married for two years, they had lived as strangers.
!!
Sure enough, this day had arrived. When she saw the media take photos of him and that woman entering the bridal shop together, she had been mentally prepared.
However, when she really saw this piece of paper, an indescribable sadness surged in her heart.
No matter how well she pretended, her trembling hands still betrayed her.
Thinking back to the day after they registered their marriage, Bai Ran was sent to study abroad by Chen Chen. To the outside world, he said, âIâm helping my wife improve herself.â
Of course, Bai Ran knew very well that he was only doing this for that woman.
If not for his motherâs serious illness, he probably would not have let her come back. He probably would only let her appear to collect the divorce certificate.
âWhy are you in a daze?â Chen Chen frowned. âYou donât want to sign it?â
âHow could that be? I just donât have a pen.â Bai Ranâs thoughts were pulled back. She immediately stood up and walked to the desk.
So he was that impatient?
In less than a minute, she returned to her seat and signed her name. Her entire act was done without hesitation.
Seeing how decisive Bai Ran was, Chen Chen suddenly felt a little frustrated. He then said, âI want her to walk the rest of the way happily.â
âYes, I know.â Bai Ranâs body tightened as her heart sank heavily. He kept saying that it was all because of her, that everything was for her!
But soon, she relaxed again.
So what if her heart hurt? She was just an outsider, wasnât she?
She immediately handed the divorce agreement to Chen Chen. Chen Chen looked at the piece of paper and paused for a moment before saying, âDonât you want to see whatâs written on it?â
âThereâs no need to look. There are no assets or interests between us. We just need to register our divorce,â Bai Ran said calmly.
âLook again.â Chen Chen stuffed the divorce agreement back into Bai Ranâs hands. âTell me whatever else you want!â
Bai Ran glanced at it gently.
He had even given his car, house, and savings in the divorce agreement.
Hehe, what a great gift!
A trace of bitterness flashed across Bai Ranâs eyes as she said calmly, âYouâve already given me a lot. Also, without your help, my mother might not have lasted until now. Thank you for everything.â
Hearing his polite and distant tone, Chen Chen suddenly felt a little crazy for some reason.
He casually tossed the agreement aside and calmed his mind.
Bai Ran looked at his hand and a light flashed in her eyes. Why didnât he sign it immediately? Perhaps...
The next second, Chen Chenâs cold voice was heard. âSince you want to thank me, help me do something.â
Her fantasy was instantly shattered. Bai Ran laughed at herself and looked up at him. âTell me.â
âAccompany me to see Hu Wan tomorrow,â Chen Chen said.
âYes, donât worry. Iâll tell her that I want to leave because I already have a very good boyfriend,â Bai Ran said without hesitation.
Hmm? This made Chen Chen a little confused.
Why was she so smart in such matters... Was there a need?!
However, Chen Chen still sneered. âSince you understand what I mean, it depends on your performance!â
After a pause, Chen Chenâs tone softened. âI remember you know how to cook. Go cook something for me.â
âOkay,â Bai Ran answered obediently.
Bai Ran stood up and walked to the kitchen. After taking a few steps, she couldnât help but turn back to look at Chen Chen.
After not seeing him for two years, his back seemed to have straightened up a little. Bai Ran even had the urge to rush over and hug him.
Bai Ran had loved him silently for so many years. His exquisite face, his incomparable temperament, and everything else had always haunted her dreams.
Now, this dream was broken.
Bai Ran turned around and gently opened the kitchen. When she saw the full set of cutlery, she suddenly felt a little relieved.
Alright, she shall cook his meal for the last time.
Bai Ran opened the fridge and saw that it was filled with meat and vegetables. It was probably prepared by her grandfather for the two of them when he saw that she was back.
Unfortunately, she thought sadly that she wouldnât be able to eat them after today.
Touching the brand new fridge, Bai Ran felt even more stifled.
This marriage had never existed. The two of them had never spent a day together in this big villa. However, this was the life Bai Ran dreamed of.
The image of her returning to see her mother surfaced in her mind again. Her mother was very weak, but she still held her hand tightly. It was difficult for her to speak, but she still felt sorry for her word by word. âSigh, he really never thought of you. You got married on a whim, but now, youâre probably going to marry someone else. But how are you going to live in the future? A good girl wasted her youth just like that. How are you going to find a good family in the future?!â
Bai Ran smiled bitterly. What would happen in the future was not something she would consider now. She was just very sad. From now on, she had nothing to do with Chen Chen.
She sorted out her thoughts and took out some vegetables. Then, she walked to the pool and had just turned on the tap when the tap suddenly fell down, causing water to spray out.
Bai Ran couldnât help but let out a loud cry and hurriedly turned the switch. Unexpectedly, the switch couldnât be turned...
Chen Chen rushed over when he heard the sound. When he came over, he saw that the ground was filled with water, and Bai Ran was drenched.
He quickly ran to the switch and used some strength to finally turn off the tap. However, he was also drenched.
When Bai Ran saw that the water was no longer splashing, she finally heaved a sigh of relief. Her body softened toward the shelf beside him and she took a few deep breaths.
However, she quickly recalled something and quickly shrunk back. She whispered, âUm... Iâm sorry. I donât know why I broke this...â
Her wet appearance and careful voice made her look even more pitiful. Chen Chen was stunned for a moment.
However, he quickly came back to his senses and explained coldly, âItâs not your fault. Grandpa sent someone to deliver food over during the day and checked the kitchen utensils. He said that this is broken. Iâll fix it tomorrow. I forgot to tell you.â
âYou donât have to cook anymore.â Chen Chen frowned and suddenly became serious. âArenât you going to change? Is it fun to catch a cold?â
âOh, oh... Iâll go right away.â Bai Ran quivered at this reprimand and ran out hurriedly.
After a few steps, she ran back and said to him, âDonât you need to change too? Iâll find you some clothes.â