Back To The 80s: President's Doted Wife Chapter 1599 - 1600: He Never Harmed You

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Previously on Back To The 80s: President's Doted Wife...
Cheng Su learns that Gao Linbing, whom she trusted, was actually a Japanese spy who had replaced the real Gao Linbing years ago. Qi Taiguo reveals that Gao Linbing was part of a mission to intercept an intelligence officer carrying a list of enemy spies within their country. The officer is now dead, and Qi Taiguo is heartbroken by the betrayal of a man he considered a brother, questioning who he can trust.

Cheng Su, observing the doubt and disappointment etched in his eyes, lay down on the bed, embraced him, and spoke, "Have you ever heard the saying about fearing to eat because you might choke?"

Qi Taiguo gazed at her.

"The original intent of that proverb is that someone, upon choking while eating, simply decides to stop eating altogether. It's used metaphorically, suggesting one avoids an activity due to a minor setback or fear of potential issues. Isn't that rather illogical?" Cheng Su continued, "In life, we encounter countless individuals, and it's unrealistic to expect everyone to remain in our lives forever. A person who was once a close friend might, driven by personal gain, turn against you one day—that's simply human nature. But does experiencing betrayal once mean we should abandon all hope of forming new friendships or trusting anyone again?"

"Existence is akin to a grand play. It is only when you step into the shoes of different protagonists that you begin to question the validity of your own convictions. Consider your situation with Gao Linbing; you each represent distinct nations, possessing your own perspectives, just as he does. Since the dawn of time, nations have employed intricate strategies and unwavering dedication for the sake of territory. The citizens of both your countries firmly believe in the righteousness of their cause, viewing the opposing side as executioners or invaders. Who is to say they do not hold the same conviction?"

Qi Taiguo's lips tightened as he replied, "I understand, it's just that..."

"It's simply that you feel profoundly betrayed, and at this moment, you find it difficult to reconcile with this reality." Cheng Su gently took his hand, their fingers intertwining, and said, "Gao Linbing was merely acting according to his own national standing. Do not hold him solely responsible. Were the circumstances reversed, you might have acted in a precisely similar manner!"

Qi Taiguo stilled, offering no rebuttal.

Perhaps, if the roles were reversed, he might indeed behave the same way, for they were soldiers!

"Despite everything, I'm unsure if I can ever place my trust in anyone again, and whether those who surround me are also merely putting on an act." Qi Taiguo's eyes clouded over.

Cheng Su placed her hand over his heart, her voice soft, "Listen to your heart. It will invariably guide you toward what is true."

"Will it?" Qi Taiguo managed a bitter smile, "Even then, didn't I genuinely care for him this time around?"

"There's little that can be done about it. From the outset, you both represented opposing viewpoints, and when those viewpoints inevitably clashed, they were bound to return to their fundamental positions. In all honesty, Old Gao, after years of operating in the shadows, likely never anticipated such an outcome himself." Cheng Su explained, "He resided in this nation for numerous years, married, and raised a family. Had it not been for this unforeseen turn of events, he might have even forgotten his Japanese heritage. You must acknowledge that during the time you spent together, his presence was genuine; he never sought to harm you, did he?"

Qi Taiguo remained silent, and it was precisely this realization that left him so utterly stunned when Gao Linbing was revealed to be an enemy spy.

"Cease overthinking. Every individual possesses an internal scale of justice. Whichever side it eventually settles upon, your heart already holds the answer. Do not succumb to the belief that you can no longer trust anyone. Even though Gao Linbing is no longer with us, he ultimately did not inflict harm upon you; he simply returned to his designated role." Cheng Su offered words of comfort.

Qi Taiguo nodded, a hint of self-reproach in his voice, "Am I truly so weak? To be so troubled by such a seemingly minor matter?"

"Nonsense. Any person in your position would find it difficult to accept, not merely you. Even I would find it hard to believe, considering the closeness we once shared with him!"

Qi Taiguo's eyelids drooped slightly, "I simply find myself wondering about the whereabouts of Sister-in-law Gao and her family!"

Cheng Su also let out a sigh, pondering the same question. Indeed, for a widow and her children, especially given Gao Linbing's true identity, where could they possibly have gone?