After more than a year of grinding efforts, he gradually learned to handle the farm work properly. The hands that once held a paintbrush were now layered with thick calluses from the farm tools.
He had felt despair, confusion, and had completely given up hope for a brighter future.
Until Su Ye walked into his line of sight, into his heart.
But just as he was about to return to the city, and perhaps soon reclaim his once privileged life, Su Ye came to break up with him. How could he possibly accept that?
Su Ye left resolutely, utterly unmoved by his heartfelt pleas to stay.
Later, after returning to the city, he heard the news that she had married Jin Jiachao. At that moment, he was utterly devastated. Saying "it was fate" was nothing but an excuse. If she hadn't fallen in love with someone else, how could she marry another man so quickly?
