My Alleged Husband

Chapter 1350 - 1176: Acting

Without genuine love, a slight breeze can separate us. Emotional dramas usually leave one person entranced, ending in utter defeat.

"Nai’er, it’s your father’s fault this time, but can you try to understand from my perspective? I’ve indeed neglected your mother recently, but it wasn’t intentional. You know how many family matters there have been.

Some things happened that I never wanted, but when they were upon us, we couldn’t avoid them. Every person must pay a price for their actions. In our current situation, it’s really hard. Your grandparents returning to live with us is what everyone hoped for. We should allow them to live peacefully here, rather than placing blame on them whenever something happens or when you have questions. How can they live happily and peacefully under such circumstances? Shouldn’t we all consider their feelings?

I know you’re deeply hurt inside because your mother has depression, and it’s due to my negligence. I failed to care for her enough, leading to this outcome. I never intended this; I wish for her health and happiness. But who would have thought my recent neglect, not engaging with her, letting her feel forgotten, would lead to this? I am truly sorry!"

"Dad, you’re apologizing to me when you should talk to Grandpa. I believe he will stand from my mother’s point of view. No one expected this situation to make her sick and hospitalized.

No one wanted this outcome. Everyone hopes for happiness and health for each family member, but things have turned out this way. The one who should apologize is Grandpa, not me. You should consider how much he cares about my mom and how hard it was for her to bring me into this world. Why don’t you see things from their perspective? You always think from your own, desiring things built on others’ pain. Can such happiness ever bring you peace?"

Zhang Yichen felt embarrassed at having no words to counter his son. He indeed made a mistake. If not for his neglect, his wife’s current state wouldn’t exist. If all this truly is related to him, wouldn’t that make him a historical villain? How should he explain this to his grandfather?

He knew how much his grandfather cared. The granddaughter-in-law mattered greatly, hoping everyone here lives peacefully. But with things as they are now, his grandfather won’t let this slide. It’s time to have a serious discussion with him, understanding fully the situation, otherwise, it could lead to significant issues.

"Rest assured, I’ll discuss this thoroughly with Grandpa. Don’t worry, this has nothing to do with you. It’s my fault your mother is like this. If you’re dissatisfied, come to me. There’s no need to trouble your grandparents; they had no idea this would result in your mother’s current state. No one wished for this to happen within our family."

"Dad, don’t worry. I won’t breathe a word of this to Grandparents. How you resolve this depends on you. If the solution seems unjust to any family member, then it’s beyond our ability to manage."

Zhang Yichen realized his son was warning him. If he can’t restore everything, he’d face his grandfather’s punishment. Knowing his grandfather wouldn’t tolerate such family fractures, he couldn’t control the situation and had no ability to revert it. He bore his son’s ominous threats, realizing his son’s formidable nature—a fear of his son being able to seize on his paternal faults.

Zhang Ni turned away without a word; he felt he’d said enough to his father. Never had he spoken so politely. Had the issue not involved his father, he would have laid him out. But realizing it was his parent’s issue, he understood he couldn’t intervene. If their relationship could withstand any trial, these complications wouldn’t exist. No one but themselves could endure the pain and struggle. If things spiral out of control, it’s the fate they must face.

Zhang Yichen suddenly realized he was an unworthy husband. Why was he unaware of his wife’s illness or willing to care for her more deeply?

Had he shown more concern, his wife probably wouldn’t be in such a hysterical state. Everything resulted from his neglect—what’s the difference between him and his parents, only causing family injuries. Imagining bringing happiness to the family was vain, and reality had only begun to unfold.

I destroyed yesterday, let everything shatter; nighttime pain is overwhelming.

Only when love swiftly departed did I see my mistake. Acting for too long makes one forget what’s real.