Rebirth of Love: Jiang Ciyou's Counterattack Legend

After Jiang Ciyou's friends learned about her situation, they rushed to surround her. Each of them brought their own ideas and attitudes, trying to help her clear up the tangled emotional fog.

The living room was filled with a solemn and slightly depressing atmosphere. The sunlight shone through the gaps in the curtains onto the ground, forming streaks of light and shadow, as if reflecting Jiang Ciyou's broken and tangled heart at the moment.

Jiang Ciyou sat in the middle of the sofa, looking ahead with a somewhat empty look in her eyes. She twisted her hands together unconsciously, and her fingers turned slightly white due to the force. The friends around her looked at each other, and finally it was Xiaoxuan, who was the most straightforward, who spoke first.

Xiaoxuan frowned, with a hint of anxiety in her eyes: "Ciyou, I know you are very conflicted now, but I think you should still go back to your husband. You see, you used to have so many beautiful memories, from meeting each other to falling in love, those days are not something you can forget just like that. Although he once betrayed you, everyone makes mistakes, isn't he coming back to admit his mistakes to you? Maybe he really knows he was wrong and wants to make it up to you. Besides, you got married because you had an emotional foundation, and this foundation is still there. As long as you are willing to work on it again, you may be able to regain your former happiness."

Jiang Ciyou raised her head slightly, looked at Xiaoxuan, moved her lips, but didn't say anything. Her mind flashed back to the time when she was with her husband. Those sweet moments were indeed indelible, but the betrayal on the wedding night was like a deep chasm between them, making it difficult for her to let go.

At this time, Meiqi, who was always rational, pushed her glasses and said slowly: "Xiaoxuan's words make sense, but Ciyou, you have to think it over carefully. Your feelings for Lu Jingchen are not fake. In the three years you have been together, he has accompanied you through the most painful times, helped you stand up again, and you have experienced so many wonderful things together. His feelings for you are sincere and passionate, and we have all seen it. If you just give up on him and go back to your husband, can you really live happily? I don't think you can choose your husband just because of past memories. You have to ask your heart who you love more."

Jiang Ciyou's eyes became more confused, as if there were two villains arguing fiercely in her heart. One villain said that her husband was her former lover, they had so much in the past, and he was trying to redeem her now, maybe they could really start over; the other villain said that Lu Jingchen gave her a brand new life, his love was passionate and pure, and the time she spent with him was full of happiness and warmth.

Xiaorou beside her couldn't help but interrupt: "Ciyou, I think Meiqi is right. Lu Jingchen is really good to you. Every time I see you two together, I can feel his love for you. He has done so much for you. If you just leave him like this, he will be so sad. Besides, your husband betrayed you so heartlessly in the past. Who can guarantee that he won't do it again? What if you get hurt again?"

After hearing what Xiaorou said, Xiaoxuan retorted unconvincedly: "Xiaorou, you can't say that. People change. Since Ciyou's husband came back to ask for her forgiveness, he must have thought it over carefully. Moreover, marriage is not just about love, but also about responsibilities and obligations. Ciyou and her husband were once husband and wife, and their relationship is protected by the law. Factors of both families must also be taken into consideration. If Ciyou chooses to be with Lu Jingchen, she will face a lot of pressure from public opinion."

Meiqi shook her head gently: "Xiaoxuan, the pressure from public opinion you mentioned does exist, but this cannot be the main reason for Ciyou to choose marriage. What Ciyou should consider now is her own happiness, not the opinions of others. If she chooses a loveless marriage just to please others, she will live a miserable life."

Xiaorou also nodded: "Yes, Ciyou, you can't let yourself down just because you're afraid of what others will say. You have to be responsible for your own life, and your happiness is the most important thing."

Jiang Ciyou listened to her friends' arguments and felt like her head was about to explode. She knew her friends were all doing it for her own good, but their suggestions made her even more entangled. She stood up, walked to the window, and looked out at the street scene. The streets were crowded with cars and people were in a hurry. Everyone seemed to have their own direction, but she was lost at this crossroads of emotions.

Seeing Jiang Ciyou's expression, Xiaoxuan realized that her words might have been too harsh. She walked over to Jiang Ciyou and gently patted her shoulder: "Ciyou, I know my words may have made you feel worse, but I really hope you can think carefully about it. I don't want to see you regret your decision in the future."

Jiang Ciyou forced a smile: "Xiaoxuan, I know you are doing this for my own good. You are all doing this for my own good. But I really don't know what to do now. I feel like a ship that has lost its direction in a storm. No matter which direction I go, it is full of unknowns and dangers."

Meiqi also came over: "Ciyou, we understand your feelings. In fact, there is no absolutely correct answer to this matter. No matter who you choose, there will be gains and losses. We just want to tell you what we see and think. The final decision is still in your hands. You have to ask yourself what kind of life and relationship you really want."

Xiaorou added, "Ciyou, you don't have to rush to make a decision. You can give yourself some time to think about it carefully. After all, this is a matter related to your lifelong happiness, so you can't act rashly."

Jiang Ciyou nodded. She knew her friends were right and that this decision could not be made hastily. But time was ticking away, and her husband was still putting pressure on her. She felt like she was stuck between two huge rocks, having trouble breathing.

Back on the sofa, Jiang Ciyou took a deep breath and said to her friends: "I know I need time, but my husband can't wait. He said that if I don't give him an answer as soon as possible, he will take some extreme measures. I am really scared, I don't know what he will do."

After hearing this, the friends all showed worried expressions. Xiaoxuan frowned and said, "How could he do this? Isn't this a threat to you? Ciyou, you can't make a decision blindly because of his threat. If he really does something to hurt you, you must tell us in time and we will help you."

Meiqi also said seriously: "Xiaoxuan is right. Ciyou, your husband's behavior is wrong. His behavior will only make you hate him more. You must stay calm and don't be scared by his words. If it really doesn't work, you can seek legal protection."

Xiaorou said angrily, "He's going too far! He did something wrong back then, and now he's back to force you like this. Ciyou, you can't give in to his threats."

Jiang Ciyou smiled bitterly and said, "I know, but I'm really helpless now. I feel like my life has been completely disrupted, and I don't know what I want anymore. I feel like a failure, and I always fail to handle things well in my relationships."

Xiaoxuan held Jiang Ciyou's hand: "Ciyou, don't say that. Emotional matters are inherently complicated, and not everyone can handle them well. You have tried very hard, but the situation is special now. Don't lose confidence in yourself, we will always support you."

Meiqi also encouraged: "Yes, Ciyou. You are a very strong person, you will definitely be able to get through this difficult time. No matter what decision you make, we will be by your side to support you."

Xiaorou nodded and said, "That's right, Ciyou. We are your friends and will always stand by you."

Jiang Ciyou looked at his friends gratefully, tears in his eyes: "Thank you, I feel much better with you by my side. But I still don't know what to do. I feel like my life is in darkness and I can't see a ray of light."

The friends looked at each other, feeling helpless. They knew that no matter how much they said, they couldn't make a decision for Jiang Ciyou at this moment. She had to think it through herself.

Xiaoxuan thought for a moment and said, "Ciyou, let us tell you some similar stories around us. Maybe you can learn something from them."

Jiang Ciyou nodded. She knew that she needed some reference now, even if it was just a little inspiration.

Xiaoxuan began to tell the story: "I have a cousin whose situation is a bit similar to yours. Her husband once cheated on her and she was very painful, but for the sake of her children and family, she chose to forgive him. At the beginning, her husband did behave very well and was very considerate to her. But after a while, she found that her husband had started to contact that woman again. She was hurt again, and this time it was more painful than last time. Because she once gave him trust, but he betrayed her again. So, Ciyou, you have to think carefully, if you choose to forgive your husband, can you really let go of the past hurt and believe that he will not do it again."

Meiqi went on to say, "I also have a friend who also encountered a dilemma in her relationship. She fell in love with two people at the same time. One was a boy she had known since childhood, with whom she had a deep emotional foundation; the other was a man she met at work, who was very kind to her and gave her a lot of freshness and passion. She hesitated for a long time between the two, and finally she chose the boy she had known since childhood. But after getting married, she found that she could not forget the man she had met at work, and her life was very unhappy. Ciyou, this story tells us not to make choices against our own hearts because of past relationships or external factors."

Xiaorou also shared a story: "I know a sister whose husband treated her badly and she was miserable in her marriage. Later, she met a man who truly loved her and gave her love and respect that she had never had before. She wanted to be with this man, but she was worried that divorce would affect her children. She struggled in pain for a long time, but finally chose her own happiness. After divorcing her husband, she got together with that man and is now living a happy life. The children have also gradually accepted this new family environment. Ciyou, this story shows that sometimes we have to bravely pursue our own happiness and not be bound by some unnecessary factors."

Jiang Ciyou listened carefully to her friends' stories, and her heart was deeply touched. These stories were like a mirror, allowing her to see the possible consequences of different choices. However, she knew that her situation was not exactly the same as these stories, and she still had to make a decision based on her actual situation.

At this moment, Jiang Ciyou felt like her heart was a mess, entangled more and more by her friends' advice, stories and her own emotional entanglements. She knew that she had to sort out a clue as soon as possible, but how easy was it? Her mind kept flashing through her husband's face, Lu Jingchen's smile, and every bit of their time together. Every picture was like a knife, piercing her heart.

She thought of her dream again. She once hoped to have a happy family, a husband who loved her, and lovely children. But now, this dream seemed out of reach. She didn't know if they could rebuild trust and be truly happy if she chose her husband; if they could face the pressure from the outside world and keep going if she chose Lu Jingchen.

Jiang Ciyou fell into deep thought, and her friends stopped talking and stayed with her quietly. The room was so quiet that only the ticking of the clock could be heard. Every passing second seemed to urge Jiang Ciyou to make a decision.