But understanding is one thing, acceptance is another.
Originally, he just felt he liked Chi Ying more than her, not that he disliked her or was repulsed by her. Her heartbroken tears and desperate attempt to take her life added to his sense of guilt and responsibility.
However, now... he didn't even want to step through the doorway anymore.
He was born with a silver spoon in his mouth, able to command the wind and rain all his life, getting whatever he wanted.
But in this matter alone, he felt powerless, as if he were worthless.
He sighed painfully, lit a cigarette, and turned away without hesitation.
However, at that very moment.
"Achen..." The woman rushed out from inside, weakly clutching his waist, tears streaming down, "Achen, why did you come back but not come in?"