Chapt 54: A Bitter Farewell

Abigail ran as fast as she could to catch up with Ashton, who had probably already boarded the plane. She still hoped he was waiting in the lounge, awaiting her arrival, at least for a kiss goodbye.

However, when she arrived at the airport, she only got disappointed because she didn't find Ashton anywhere. She had barely left the airport when he stood right before her.

"Abby-bear... what are you doing here? Do you want to come—"

Abigail shook her head quickly, then rushed into her lover's warm embrace. "I want to come with you, Ash. Believe me. However, you know I still have responsibilities for what I've started?"

"You're right." Ashton nodded while flashing a poignant smile, returning Abby's hug for the last time.

This was truly the bitterest breakup he had ever felt. He never thought that he would have to end up alone again, leaving Abigail with a dream that never materialized. His dream to marry the only woman he loved in this world, after his mother, must run aground only because