At the age of eighteen, a bullying incident at school completely changed Shi Man's fate. Seven years later, at a wedding, with a boy by her side, Shi Man meticulously crafted a plan for revenge, bringing her enemies to justice. After seven long years, she finally put a period to her tumultuous eighteen. It may not be perfect, and there may be regrets. But life, filled with imperfections, remains unique and unchangeable, and we can only face it with courage. Even if it is faint, we must still shine in the darkness of the night.
The summer after the college entrance exams, on the rooftop where Frederick Miller and I often went, I lost something I cherished deeply.
From that moment on, my life was devoid of stars.
1
Seven years later.
As I walked into the wedding venue, arm in arm with Ralph Wheeler, we instantly became the center of attention.
Even the bride and groom on stage were visibly shocked.
Ralph, unfazed, led me to his parents seated in the place of honor and introduced me solemnly, "Dad, Mom, this is Rosie Dobson, my girlfriend."
Ralph's father, Nelson Wheeler, remained stern as he snorted dismissively and looked away.
Ralph's mother, Evelyn Wheeler, shot me a fierce glare before turning her head in anger.
Their reactions were just as expected.
I braced myself and greeted them with a smile, "Hello, Mr. and Mrs. Wheeler, it's nice to meet you."
Naturally, my words were met with silence.
The atmosphere grew awkward.
Ignoring his parents' reactions, Ralph guided me to a seat far from the main table and sat me down.
Around us, whispers filled the air.
I kept my gaze forward, pretending not to hear.
"Ralph, why are you late to your sister's wedding?"
His uncle was the first to reprimand him.
A renowned lawyer and the legal advisor for Wheeler Group, he was well-respected in the industry.
"Traffic jam," Ralph offered a random excuse.
Traffic jam?
I couldn't help but smirk at the excuse.
Last night, Ralph and I had reunited after a long time, spending the night drinking and talking at a bar until morning.
I smiled as I looked towards the stage.
The bride and groom were sharing their love story under the teasing of the emcee. They were in love at campus and got married after graduation.
They seemed like childhood sweethearts. And their love was pure.
I smiled silently.
Some words sound grand, but only those who know the truth understand- they were all lies.
Hearing it made my stomach turn.
I turned to Ralph, giving him a provocative smile.
He looked slightly flustered, gripping my fingertips under the table and whispering a warning, "Behave yourself. Don't cause a scene."
Perhaps my "bluff and confession" last night had an effect; his cheeks were flushed, showing a hint of emotion.
Perfect.
He had developed feelings for me.
It was the first step in my plan for revenge.
The hurt I suffered seven years ago, I intend to return in full.
No one present would escape.
...
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