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Chapter 210

Author: Walking on Clouds
I didn't say anything; I only stared at him.

Shayne slowly raised his head to meet my eyes.

After a moment of thought, I decided it was better to clarify things now and end this conversation sooner rather than later.

"Maybe it's because I used to love you wholeheartedly. We spent six years together, seeing each other day and night. Even if you didn't love me, your possessiveness likely made you see me as yours subconsciously.

"You were convinced I would never leave you. But in the end, we still reached the point of divorce. That's why you feel a bit unsettled," I stated, my voice devoid of any emotion.

"But that's normal. Even if a vase that's been in your house for years suddenly breaks, you'd feel reluctant to let it go, let alone a person."

With that, I stood up and walked away. At the door, I found Julian standing nearby. Surprised, I stopped in front of him.

"Aren't you super busy with work? How do you have time to come here?" I asked.

Julian sighed in relief. "I was worr
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