I had handed Jeffrey the signed divorce papers quite some time ago, no longer able to tolerate the farce our marriage had become. Yet, he stubbornly refused to release me.Out of frustration, I called him. His response was tinged with agitation. "I don't agree!"A cold laugh slipped from my lips. "What? You plan to keep Melinda as your mistress forever?"He mistook my intent for mere troublemaking. "I already tore up the divorce agreement. Are you done yet? I told you, Melinda is sick! We're just friends!" he snapped, his voice crackling with irritation.I wasn't about to let him off that easily, so I retorted, "I'll send another copy by courier. If you don't sign it, I'll have my lawyer file a lawsuit."From the other end of the phone, Melinda's frail voice chimed in, "Jeff… my chest hurts."Jeffrey's tone softened with concern, "Don't worry, I'm coming."But as he spoke, a peculiar dread crept into his mind, and his brows furrowed. He seemed to have forgotten something sign
That evening, I had dinner with Cameron. The hours slipped away as we talked, each moment lighter than the last; his company was a sanctuary from stress.After dinner, Cameron suggested we go for a movie. It took me a moment to remember the last time I had been to a cinema. We settled on a comedy, and I spent the entire time laughing like a fool. This had been the happiest day I've had in a very long time.Thus, I didn't hesitate when he offered to drive me home. However, I hadn't anticipated Jeffrey appearing at my doorstep.Jeffrey's surprise was evident as he saw Cameron beside me. However, I didn't bother with explanations.I gave Cameron a nod, signaling it was time to leave. He understood, asking no questions, as he nodded and left. Perhaps he sensed the personal weight of the moment."Who is he?" Jeffrey demanded, seizing my hand."You have no right to know," I retorted, pulling away."It's only been a few days, and you're already with someone new," he accused, his
Time passed slowly until Cameron finally broke the kiss. I sniffled and playfully punched his shoulder."Thank you for being here for me again.""I've always been by your side. He was never your only choice," Cameron reassured me.When I heard this, tears streamed down my cheeks as a lump formed in my throat. Someone had always been there, steadfast in the same spot, waiting for me.I was never truly alone.Wrapped in Cameron's embrace, I cried until I was gasping for air, releasing years of pent-up pain and suffering.Once I had calmed down, Cameron promised to accompany me the next day to finalize my divorce from Jeffrey.In the end, Jeffrey did sign the divorce papers, but not without casting a defiant, stubborn glare my way."Evalyn, I won't give up on you! I'm signing this to end the unfairness in our relationship. I will win you back with my sincerity," he declared.Sometimes, Jeffrey was terrifyingly obsessive over certain things. Part of the reason for his company's su
Jeffrey spent countless hours lingering by my home's gates, his appearance increasingly wretched, reminiscent of a stray dog. However, I was not the same woman from five years ago. I would not fall prey to the same man twice. One day, he presented me with an elegant gift box containing a wedding dress."Evalyn, try this on. What do you say to marrying me again?" he suggested.I found his gesture absurdly humorous. Seizing a pair of scissors, I shredded the dress in front of him.My love for him was dead and gone, yet he wanted us to get remarried. The next day, Jeffrey came to me once more. He returned with a ring and a bouquet, kneeling at my doorstep throughout the day and night. On and on, he kept repeating his apologies and pleas for me to give him another chance. He laughed, and it was a bitter sound. "Evalyn, only now do I realize what I've lost. My ego, my insecurities—they've ruined me. I've been paranoid, overthinking everything. You and Dad—you were always so kin
My dad urgently requested that I bring Jeffrey back as he was rushed to the emergency room following a car accident. I nodded, holding back tears, but deep down, I knew Jeffrey harbored resentment toward me. He blamed me for his shattered relationship, my inherited wealth, and for coming between him and his first love.Nothing could deter him from pursuing her, not even me."Evalyn, today is Melinda's birthday. Can you just be reasonable for once?" He spoke these words amidst the familiar sounds of laughter before abruptly ending the call.Moments later, my dad took his last breath, his eyes wide open in a final, stark gaze.As I fulfilled his last requests, organizing everything as he had instructed, I decided to let Jeffrey go.It was only then that he began to regret everything…——To Jeffrey Hood, I had always been a plain, straightforward, and utterly unremarkable woman. My only notable attribute was my wealthy father. But now? I didn't even have that. My dad was gone.
To prevent further damage to the company, the news of my dad's death was kept strictly confidential.Yet, I had told Jeffrey. A simple glance at our chat would have revealed that something was amiss. But predictably, he never checked."If you really cared, why didn't you answer my calls? Why didn't you reach out on your own?" I asked, my voice dripping with indifference."I… I've been busy with the company," he stammered."Busy meeting your lover?" I dismissed his excuses and turned to leave.But he quickly grabbed my wrist, his grip firm. Leaning close, he whispered insistently, "Melinda is sick. What are you fighting her for? You're already my wife.""Melinda is ill? Then, she should seek treatment. What does that have to do with me?" I laughed bitterly, finding it amusing.As I pulled my arm free and my resolve to leave hardened, his tone became colder, more urgent."Don't forget, I'm the only one who can save your dad's company now!"I stopped and faced him with unwavering
But Jeffrey was oblivious to the shift in fortunes. His opportunity to play the hero had vanished.Cameron Walker, a childhood friend with whom I grew up, had stepped in to save my company. Quiet, reserved, and usually a man of few words, Cameron had always had a knack for caring for others.On the day we graduated from university, he revealed his long-held feelings for me. He confessed that he had reserved his heart for me, not allowing any other to claim a place.However, I had just fallen for Jeffrey days before and gently rejected Cameron. Devastated by the news of my relationship with Jeffrey, Cameron had left the country without a goodbye. Yet, at my lowest, he returned.He found me in the hospital, pulling me into a tight embrace with a sob in his voice, "Eva, I've finally found you!"I attempted to wriggle free, but he clung tighter as if he were trying to fuse me into his soul.I never imagined that I would meet him again in such a miserable state.Cameron knew my d
Jeffrey spent countless hours lingering by my home's gates, his appearance increasingly wretched, reminiscent of a stray dog. However, I was not the same woman from five years ago. I would not fall prey to the same man twice. One day, he presented me with an elegant gift box containing a wedding dress."Evalyn, try this on. What do you say to marrying me again?" he suggested.I found his gesture absurdly humorous. Seizing a pair of scissors, I shredded the dress in front of him.My love for him was dead and gone, yet he wanted us to get remarried. The next day, Jeffrey came to me once more. He returned with a ring and a bouquet, kneeling at my doorstep throughout the day and night. On and on, he kept repeating his apologies and pleas for me to give him another chance. He laughed, and it was a bitter sound. "Evalyn, only now do I realize what I've lost. My ego, my insecurities—they've ruined me. I've been paranoid, overthinking everything. You and Dad—you were always so kin
Time passed slowly until Cameron finally broke the kiss. I sniffled and playfully punched his shoulder."Thank you for being here for me again.""I've always been by your side. He was never your only choice," Cameron reassured me.When I heard this, tears streamed down my cheeks as a lump formed in my throat. Someone had always been there, steadfast in the same spot, waiting for me.I was never truly alone.Wrapped in Cameron's embrace, I cried until I was gasping for air, releasing years of pent-up pain and suffering.Once I had calmed down, Cameron promised to accompany me the next day to finalize my divorce from Jeffrey.In the end, Jeffrey did sign the divorce papers, but not without casting a defiant, stubborn glare my way."Evalyn, I won't give up on you! I'm signing this to end the unfairness in our relationship. I will win you back with my sincerity," he declared.Sometimes, Jeffrey was terrifyingly obsessive over certain things. Part of the reason for his company's su
That evening, I had dinner with Cameron. The hours slipped away as we talked, each moment lighter than the last; his company was a sanctuary from stress.After dinner, Cameron suggested we go for a movie. It took me a moment to remember the last time I had been to a cinema. We settled on a comedy, and I spent the entire time laughing like a fool. This had been the happiest day I've had in a very long time.Thus, I didn't hesitate when he offered to drive me home. However, I hadn't anticipated Jeffrey appearing at my doorstep.Jeffrey's surprise was evident as he saw Cameron beside me. However, I didn't bother with explanations.I gave Cameron a nod, signaling it was time to leave. He understood, asking no questions, as he nodded and left. Perhaps he sensed the personal weight of the moment."Who is he?" Jeffrey demanded, seizing my hand."You have no right to know," I retorted, pulling away."It's only been a few days, and you're already with someone new," he accused, his
I had handed Jeffrey the signed divorce papers quite some time ago, no longer able to tolerate the farce our marriage had become. Yet, he stubbornly refused to release me.Out of frustration, I called him. His response was tinged with agitation. "I don't agree!"A cold laugh slipped from my lips. "What? You plan to keep Melinda as your mistress forever?"He mistook my intent for mere troublemaking. "I already tore up the divorce agreement. Are you done yet? I told you, Melinda is sick! We're just friends!" he snapped, his voice crackling with irritation.I wasn't about to let him off that easily, so I retorted, "I'll send another copy by courier. If you don't sign it, I'll have my lawyer file a lawsuit."From the other end of the phone, Melinda's frail voice chimed in, "Jeff… my chest hurts."Jeffrey's tone softened with concern, "Don't worry, I'm coming."But as he spoke, a peculiar dread crept into his mind, and his brows furrowed. He seemed to have forgotten something sign
When I regained consciousness, Jeffrey was sitting on the edge of my hospital bed. His chin was rough with unshaven stubble, and his eyes were clouded with fatigue, a stark contrast to the polished figure I remembered.Relief washed over his face the moment he noticed I was awake. "Evalyn, you're awake at last… You've been in a coma for three whole days," he said, his voice trembling slightly. "I was so worried about you!"All the suppressed pain surged back at the sight of him, making my heart feel as if it would explode.Without a second's hesitation, I slapped him forcefully. "How dare you show your face in front of me?"His expression wavered, and bitterness filled his eyes."I'm sorry," he whispered with genuine regret. "I didn't know your father had really been in an accident. I should've been there for him… That was my mistake."At that moment, Melinda stepped forward, her lips pressed tightly together. "I'm sorry, Evalyn. If you need to blame someone, blame me. It was
But Jeffrey was oblivious to the shift in fortunes. His opportunity to play the hero had vanished.Cameron Walker, a childhood friend with whom I grew up, had stepped in to save my company. Quiet, reserved, and usually a man of few words, Cameron had always had a knack for caring for others.On the day we graduated from university, he revealed his long-held feelings for me. He confessed that he had reserved his heart for me, not allowing any other to claim a place.However, I had just fallen for Jeffrey days before and gently rejected Cameron. Devastated by the news of my relationship with Jeffrey, Cameron had left the country without a goodbye. Yet, at my lowest, he returned.He found me in the hospital, pulling me into a tight embrace with a sob in his voice, "Eva, I've finally found you!"I attempted to wriggle free, but he clung tighter as if he were trying to fuse me into his soul.I never imagined that I would meet him again in such a miserable state.Cameron knew my d
To prevent further damage to the company, the news of my dad's death was kept strictly confidential.Yet, I had told Jeffrey. A simple glance at our chat would have revealed that something was amiss. But predictably, he never checked."If you really cared, why didn't you answer my calls? Why didn't you reach out on your own?" I asked, my voice dripping with indifference."I… I've been busy with the company," he stammered."Busy meeting your lover?" I dismissed his excuses and turned to leave.But he quickly grabbed my wrist, his grip firm. Leaning close, he whispered insistently, "Melinda is sick. What are you fighting her for? You're already my wife.""Melinda is ill? Then, she should seek treatment. What does that have to do with me?" I laughed bitterly, finding it amusing.As I pulled my arm free and my resolve to leave hardened, his tone became colder, more urgent."Don't forget, I'm the only one who can save your dad's company now!"I stopped and faced him with unwavering
My dad urgently requested that I bring Jeffrey back as he was rushed to the emergency room following a car accident. I nodded, holding back tears, but deep down, I knew Jeffrey harbored resentment toward me. He blamed me for his shattered relationship, my inherited wealth, and for coming between him and his first love.Nothing could deter him from pursuing her, not even me."Evalyn, today is Melinda's birthday. Can you just be reasonable for once?" He spoke these words amidst the familiar sounds of laughter before abruptly ending the call.Moments later, my dad took his last breath, his eyes wide open in a final, stark gaze.As I fulfilled his last requests, organizing everything as he had instructed, I decided to let Jeffrey go.It was only then that he began to regret everything…——To Jeffrey Hood, I had always been a plain, straightforward, and utterly unremarkable woman. My only notable attribute was my wealthy father. But now? I didn't even have that. My dad was gone.