Chapter 514 Complex Existence
Lying to Grandma was the last thing she wanted to do, but she couldn't tell Grandma that she had severed ties with Alexander. Grandma would definitely be very sad.
"That's good." Scarlett lowered her head slightly, a hint of loss flashed in her eyes. She knew in her heart that no matter how Ava and Alexander got along, they were already divorced.
"Yes, Grandma." Alexander added. "Rest assured, No matter what happens to Ava, I will help her, always."
Alexander's words were not just to comfort Grandma. It was also his sincere words.
Ava turned her head, gazing blankly at Alexander, suddenly struck by the myriad of dramas that unfolded between them, unable to fathom that such a serene and harmonious moment could exist between them.
She didn't know how much of this harmony was real and how much was fake. However, at least now they weren't fighting as ugly as before.
"Alexander." Scarlett held his hand. "I believe that you could keep your word. Helping her is one thing, but bullying her is another. No matter what happens, don't bully Ava again."
Before Alexander could respond, Ava hurriedly said, "Grandma, he didn't bully me. We get along quite well after the divorce, you..."
"Enough," Scarlett interrupted, "I know you are speaking up for Alexander, but I know more about what Alexander has done. You have spoiled him too much. You have been too tolerant of him, and that was why he made many irreparable mistakes."
"Grandma, I haven't. I just..."
"Ava," Scarlett interrupted her again, "It doesn't matter anymore. I'm just telling him not to bully you now. Don't rush to defend him."
Ava didn't know what to say for a while. So, she remained silent.
"Grandma," Alexander said, "I won't bully Ava anymore. What happened before was indeed my fault. I won't make the same mistake again."
Scarlett smiled, "Alexander, promises mean nothing. There are few people in this world who can keep their promises. I think you will continue to make the same mistake. Everyone dances to the same tune. They promise not to make the same mistake again, but they end up repeating it."
At her age, her views on many things were no longer like those of young people.
She had seen a lot and found that no one in this world was perfect. Even saints had an unacceptable side, let alone others. People possessed shortcomings, virtues, and shadows. Human beings were complex.
Facing those who erred before, the decision to forgive or not forgive was a mere reflection of human nature. Some opted to endure pain, let go of resentment, and eventually forgave the individual who once caused them harm.
While some lived in hatred, fell into the abyss of pain, and could never let go.
Alexander wanted to say something more. However, seeing her expression, he felt that continuing the conversation would be meaningless. As for whether he would make mistakes in the future, to be honest, he didn't know.
Perhaps, as she said, he would still make the same mistake. He didn't know what the consequences of the next mistake would be. His prior mistake had already cost him Ava, a loss he struggled to bear.
Later, they went to have dinner quietly. The atmosphere was harmonious. While Ava and Alexander exchanged few words, they engaged in numerous silent gazes, fostering a subtle ambiance despite the scarcity of spoken dialogue.
