(Dan Tri Newspaper) - I used to think my life was peaceful until I met the girl who completely turned everything upside down for me.
I am 30 years old and work in the design field with a stable income of around 25-30 million VND per month. My family is not wealthy, but we are not lacking anything either.
My girlfriend is 29 years old and an unusually captivating woman. The first time we met, I was drawn to her elegant appearance and her intelligent, expressive way of speaking.
We met through a mutual friend. Initially, I didn't think the relationship would go far, given the age difference and our lifestyles. But somehow, the closer we got, the more I realized how much we had in common.
She is not only beautiful, but also has a gentle and refined personality. Every time I'm with her, I feel relaxed and comfortable, as if I'm freed from the stresses of everyday life. She loves me sincerely, without demanding anything material.
My girlfriend told me she owes 2 billion VND, which shocked me greatly (Illustrative image: ShutterStock).
After dating for five months, I started thinking about marriage because neither of us were getting any younger. She was a strong, independent woman who ran her own small fashion store. I thought that if we both worked hard, we could build a happy family.
But then, a long-buried secret changed everything. Last month, while we were out for dinner, I noticed she wasn't happy. After much questioning, she finally admitted she owed the bank 2 billion VND. Hearing that number, I was stunned; I couldn't believe my ears.
She explained that the money came from investments in stocks and real estate. Trusting a friend, she gave him all her savings and borrowed more to invest. But then, everything was lost.
She has been struggling to shoulder this debt for over three years, toiling each month to pay the interest. Her income from the shop is barely enough to cover basic living expenses and interest payments. She has had to borrow additional money from relatives.
When I heard my girlfriend's story, I felt both pity and anger. I felt sorry for her for trying to bear everything on her own without a single complaint. But I was also angry because she hid it from me for so long. If I hadn't found out, she probably would have continued to suffer in silence.
I love her. But if we get married, this debt will become a shared burden. Is our love strong enough to overcome these financial pressures?
At the climax, my girlfriend bluntly asked me, "Are you going to help me pay off the debt? If you can't share the burden, I think we shouldn't continue."
That question stunned me. I loved her, but taking on a debt of 2 billion dong was something I had never considered.
I spent many nights thinking it over. If I continue, I face immense financial pressure and opposition from my family. But if I stop, I will lose the woman I truly love.
Ultimately, I chose to face reality. I told her, "I love you, but I can't pay your debts for you. If we want to be together, you need to change yourself and take responsibility for what you've done. I'll be there for you, but not to take responsibility for you."
The next day, my girlfriend texted me saying she wanted to end things because she didn't want to drag me into her complicated life.
To this day, I still don't know if my decision was right or wrong. Sometimes, I feel relieved not to have to bear that huge debt. But other times, I feel regret for losing the woman I loved.
If I sell the land, I'll have enough money to pay off my girlfriend's debt. Am I being too selfish, not sacrificing and not being supportive of the woman I love?
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