I used to believe I was doing the right thing by always listening to my parents and sending money to my maternal family without consulting my husband. I took their side when they called him selfish, and when they said that a woman should prioritize her own parents, I listened. Whenever there was a conflict between my husband and my family, I never tried to understand his perspective; I always sided with my parents, the people who brought me into this world.
I never considered his feelings, the man with whom I built a home. I failed to nurture our relationship, to cherish what we had, and to value his love. When he quietly filed for divorce, I felt relieved. Naively, I thought that I would find someone who would understand me better and care for my family more.
But life is not that simple.
My ex-husband and I divorced because of my mistakes. (Illustration)
After the divorce, I dated a few men. They were richer and more eloquent, but none of them made me feel as secure as he did. I started to miss the little things, like the warm drink he’d prepare on chilly nights, and the way he’d look at me when I was tired. I realized that I had lost something invaluable—a man who loved me with quiet kindness.
I kept tabs on him through mutual friends. He remained the same—reserved and quiet. But recently, I heard that his company was facing challenges and was on the brink of bankruptcy. Even though we’re no longer together, my heart sank at the news. I knew this was my last chance to do something, not just to help him but also to atone for my mistakes.
I gathered all my savings from the past two years, amounting to 1 billion VND. It was everything I had. Without warning, I went to his door, our former shared home. He answered, surprised and silent, upon seeing me.
Without hesitation, I placed the savings book on the table and said:
– I know you’re going through a tough time. This money might not be enough to save your company, but it can at least provide some support. I want to help you… and I hope you can forgive me. I know I made many mistakes, and I want to make amends. I don’t expect you to forgive me immediately, but I’m asking for a chance to start over and make up for my mistakes.
He looked at me for a long time, silent, neither angry nor moved. There was only a chilling calmness in his gaze.
Knowing his difficulties, I offered him 1 billion VND and hoped for reconciliation. (Illustration)
I told him everything. How, after the divorce, I realized the extent of my mistakes. I shared that I had stopped sending money to my maternal family unconditionally and that I had defied my parents to live my life on my terms. I truly changed.
He listened quietly as I poured out my heart. And when I had nothing left to say, he silently placed the savings book back into my hands, his eyes locking with mine. His voice was steady but icy cold:
– It’s too late.
Just three words, concise and final, like a knife piercing my heart.
I was stunned. I had prepared myself for rejection, but I never imagined that those three words would leave me… sobbing like a child.
I left in silence, but I stood outside his door for a long time, hugging the savings book to my chest as if clutching the remnants of a shattered dream. I realized that some doors, once closed, cannot be reopened.
But it’s okay… At least I had the courage to face my mistakes and try to make amends. And if anyone asks about him tomorrow, I will smile and say, “He was the man I loved the most, and because of him, I learned to become a better person.”
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