The Cost of Falling for You.

Summary

In the early morning, Qie Zi heads to school while the narrator returns home to sleep until late afternoon. After a confrontation with his mother, he resolves to break up with Wen Zi that evening. A phone call from Wen Zi reveals she knows about his infidelity with Liu Xia. Despite his apologies, Wen Zi insists on breaking up, leading to a painful realization for the narrator about the depth of their relationship. He reflects on the bittersweet memories they shared, recognizing that love may fade, but the habits formed in a relationship linger, causing emotional turmoil.

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