The streets were bustling with people and brimming with activity.

As the three of them walked side by side, they drew countless glances.

Though Tang Xiufen was a bit older, the charm she exuded was still incredibly alluring. It went without saying for Han Wen and Zhang Yuxi; both were beautiful teachers with first-class figures.

Especially Zhang Yuxi. Dressed in elegant attire, her fresh and refined aura made her stand out wherever she went, a natural center of attention.

As they walked, Han Wen suddenly thought of something.

"Ms. Tang, if I remember correctly, isn't your husband on a business trip in Meicheng?" she asked.

Tang Xiufen nodded and hummed in agreement. "He's on a business trip in a few of the nearby cities..."

Suddenly, Han Wen exclaimed, "Ms. Tang, look! Isn't that your husband over there?"

Zhang Yuxi had only seen Tang Xiufen's husband once and couldn't recall what he looked like. With so many people around, she had no idea who Han Wen was referring to. But Tang Xiufen's expression turned grim.

Zhang Yuxi's instincts told her that the middle-aged man in a suit, with his arm around another woman, had to be Tang Xiufen's husband. The pair's behavior was overly intimate, and the woman's revealing clothes gave off a tawdry vibe.

Tang Xiufen's face instantly turned ashen.

Trying to backtrack, Han Wen said, "I... I'll take a closer look. Maybe that person... just looks a lot like him."

But Tang Xiufen could no longer bear it and stormed over. Zhang Yuxi and Han Wen immediately followed.

They saw Tang Xiufen grab the man and slap him hard across the face. Onlookers turned their heads, quickly gathering what was happening. Furious and ashamed, the man shoved Tang Xiufen forcefully.

Tang Xiufen staggered, nearly falling, but Han Wen and Zhang Yuxi rushed over just in time to catch her.

Han Wen's face darkened as she warned, "You push her again. I dare you."

Her imposing presence radiated a sharp, intense aura. The man looked like he wanted to say something, but in the end, he and the woman scurried away in embarrassment. Their figures quickly vanished into the crowd.

Zhang Yuxi hesitated before asking, "Should we go after them?"

Tang Xiufen shook her head. "I... I need to sit down and calm down."

On a nearby bench, the three of them sat in silence. Even the usually outspoken Han Wen kept quiet.

She must regret it now. If only she'd kept her mouth shut, this wouldn't have happened...

Han Wen quickly apologized, "Ms. Tang, I... I didn't mean to... I..."

With a bitter smile, Tang Xiufen replied, "What are you apologizing for? It isn't your fault. There's no need to apologize."

Han Wen felt helpless.

Tang Xiufen had spent the most time with Han Wen. She knew what the young woman was thinking. "It really has nothing to do with you. Our marriage has been in name only for a long time, anyway. We just had to pretend to be a loving couple for the sake of our family and our child. I used to think that as long as he wasn't unfaithful, our family could go on. But now, it seems this family has lost all meaning..."

Looking back, Tang Xiufen felt she had been incredibly foolish.

Han Wen was surprised, and even Zhang Yuxi was taken aback. Tang Xiufen had been married for over a decade, and from what they knew, her relationship with her husband had always seemed quite good. Han Wen, who occasionally visited Tang Xiufen's home, had always seen him act like a good husband. There was never any indication he was the type to cheat behind her back.

It's true what they say... you can't judge a book by its cover.

A wave of sorrow washed over Tang Xiufen. Covering her face, she broke down and sobbed.

She didn't possess Han Wen's vibrant youth. She didn't have Zhang Yuxi's happy life. She felt so utterly foolish.

Han Wen and Zhang Yuxi didn't know how to comfort her. One was tongue-tied, and the other was completely at a loss. Han Wen shot Zhang Yuxi a look, signaling her to console Ms. Tang. She knew she was bad with words and might only pour fuel on the fire.

Zhang Yuxi understood. They couldn't just sit and watch Ms. Tang suffer. "Ms. Tang, crying over a man like him isn't worth it," she said softly. "Since your relationship has reached this point, you should part amicably and start a new chapter in your life."

Tang Xiufen dried her tears and looked up. "I met him through a matchmaker. It wasn't like I couldn't live without him back then. Plenty of other men were pursuing me. I chose him because I thought he treated me well. Now, it all seems like a joke."

Tang Xiufen spoke at length about their past, how they met, how they married, and how their love faded. Listening to her story, Zhang Yuxi felt a knot in her stomach and didn't know what to say. Han Wen did her best to stay silent, afraid that the more she said, the more mistakes she would make.

Zhang Yuxi handed Tang Xiufen a tissue. "Ms. Tang, I believe a person with your character will definitely find happiness. And even if you don't find it, you'll make it for yourself. I remember you once told me you had a dream of wandering the world, right? Go! Use this May Day holiday to get away and relax. Go see things. Go do the things you've always wanted to do but never had the chance."

Zhang Yuxi's words struck a chord with Tang Xiufen.

Han Wen thought it was a great idea. Finally unable to hold back, she chimed in, "Go hiking, climb a mountain, travel abroad... Give yourself a long vacation! Have an amazing time, and when you get back, you can sort everything out! Life is full of messed-up things; we just have to find a way to deal with it."

Zhang Yuxi and Tang Xiufen couldn't help but laugh.

Han Wen pulled out her phone. "I'll book you a flight. Where do you want to go? How about skiing? I remember you know how to ski, so let's do that!"

Zhang Yuxi transferred US$ 5,000 to Tang Xiufen.

Tang Xiufen was shocked. "What are you doing?"

"As your colleague and your friend, I feel like I should do something," Zhang Yuxi said. "I figure you don't lack for anything... except maybe cash."

Han Wen's eyes lit up.

She really is a tycoon, so generous. It makes me want to get married and then immediately get divorced. Okay, but compared to US$ 5,000, I'd still rather have a happy life.

So, one booked the ticket, and the other provided the funds. Flight tickets during the May Day holiday were quite expensive, but with a tycoon footing the bill, it was no problem at all.

In the end, the two of them saw Tang Xiufen off at the airport and waved goodbye.

"Go on now," Zhang Yuxi said. "Leave all your troubles and unhappiness far behind. When you come back, you'll be a whole new person."

Tang Xiufen loved the sound of that. With a smile, she boarded the plane.

As Han Wen and Zhang Yuxi left the airport, Han Wen spoke up hesitantly. "I hope Ms. Tang can escape the shadow of this incident."

Zhang Yuxi comforted her, "Ms. Tang sees things more clearly than we do. She'll definitely get through this."

Han Wen nodded.

Zhang Yuxi patted her on the shoulder. "And you, don't be too hard on yourself. It wasn't your fault."

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