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Leaving on a Summer's Day Chapter 24
After returning to Buleesia from Kennethville, Heather no longer had to deal with the disturbances from those who had once claimed to be her friends. Life gradually returned to a peaceful rhythm.Meanwhile, back in Kennethville, Mitchell remained in a state of numbness after Heather left. He existed like a soulless shell, moving through life without purpose.Vanessa was torn between anger and sympathy. The poised woman she used to be now cursed like a street hag wherever she went.When Ryder walked into Mitchell's hospital room, he saw the pitiful sight of both Mitchell and Vanessa. It sparked a fury in him. He grabbed Mitchell by the collar and yanked him out of the bed, landing two sharp slaps across his face. Blood dripped from Mitchell's lip as Ryder's angry voice echoed in his ears."Mitchell, look at yourself! Do you think acting like this will make Heather come back? She wouldn't even spare you a second glance now."If you keep going down this path, you'll just become a j
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Under Mitchell's leadership, Bennett Corporation slowly but surely took control of half of Kennethville's economy. He began expanding the business internationally, with the first stop being Buleesia. The old rumors about Mitchell's desperate search of Heather had all but disappeared—no one dared bring them up anymore.In fact, people now praised his devotion to Heather, as if they had completely forgotten about the affair he had right before his wedding, or the fact that he had gotten another woman pregnant.With enough power in his hands, the slanderous whispers faded away. Mitchell felt the weight of that power firsthand, but it didn't bring him any joy. Or rather, since the day Heather left, he had lost the right to be happy.He had wronged Heather, and according to the promises he had made, he was supposed to live a life of loneliness, far removed from happiness.For a long time, Mitchell didn't pay attention to where Heather had gone. He only learned, in passing, that her ne
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Heather Longstaff left the wedding planning agency and immediately booked a ticket out of Kennethville on her phone. Just as the confirmation popped up on her screen, Mitchell Bennett called.As she answered, his familiar voice came through, tinged with a gentle warmth."Heather, my mom says she misses you. She asked me to bring you home for dinner tonight. She also mentioned having something to give you. Can you guess what it is?"Everyone in Kennethville knew Mitchell as a man of cold demeanor, someone who kept people at arm's length with an air of aloofness.Despite the constant stream of women vying for his attention, he had always reserved his tenderness exclusively for Heather.Until today, Heather had believed in that wholeheartedly.Their mothers were the best of friends, and Heather and Mitchell had grown up together, childhood sweethearts in every sense of the word.But everything changed when Heather's mother passed away. Barely a month after her death, her father rem
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After hanging up the phone, Heather didn't head straight to the manor. Instead, she returned home.The 1,000-square-foot apartment, meticulously decorated over the years by her and Mitchell, exuded warmth and comfort rather than feeling cavernous.She had once believed this place would always be their home—a sanctuary for them both. But after discovering Mitchell's betrayal last night, it was clear it no longer held that meaning.The diamond rings meant to be exchanged on their wedding day in two weeks had already been delivered into her hands. These matching rings were something Heather had watched Mitchell design, stroke by careful stroke. She remembered how Mitchell had held her close as he eagerly explained the design."These rings have hidden grooves," he had said, his eyes full of hope. "When placed together, they form a heart—symbolizing that we'll never be apart."Heather shook off the memory and, without hesitation, retrieved the rings before dialing a number."Hello, I'
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The next morning, Heather woke to the sound of activity in the kitchen. Mitchell was back, bustling around with enthusiasm. As Heather stepped out of the bedroom, Mitchell glanced up and greeted her with a bright smile, his eyes crinkling with warmth. "Come try the banana oat cookies I just learned to make. They say it's great for soothing cramps during your period."Heather froze momentarily, her gaze lingering on the scene before her. Then, she slowly made her way to the dining table and sat down. Her eyes searched Mitchell's face, probing for answers. "Where did you go last night?" she asked, her tone calm but pointed.Mitchell's cheerful expression faltered for a split second before he quickly looked away. Regaining his composure, he sat beside her, taking her hand in his own with a look of genuine concern. "There was an emergency at work," he explained softly. "I left for a bit while you were asleep. I didn't want to wake you. Did you have a bad dream?"The worry in his e
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Mitchell stared at the notification on the screen, unease creeping into his chest again. Just as he reached for Heather's phone to see what it was about, the dressing room curtain suddenly swished open, and Heather stepped out. The gown she wore complemented the gemstone jewelry Mitchell had chosen for her perfectly, adding an ethereal glow to her already stunning beauty. Mitchell forgot all about the countdown on her phone. His eyes lit up, transfixed by her. "Heather, I'm so lucky to have you." In the past, Heather would have blushed under the intensity of his gaze, her heart racing. But now, her expression remained calm. She avoided his gaze and felt no flicker of emotion in her chest. Mitchell leaned in to kiss her, but she subtly turned her head, sidestepping him. "Let's go. We're running late," she said. As she picked up her phone, Mitchell's mind returned to the countdown he'd glimpsed earlier. His brow furrowed as he spoke, "I saw a countdown on your
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When Mitchell caught up, Heather had already turned into the restroom.No more than two minutes inside, Heather heard Mitchell's phone ring faintly from the other side, then the sound of him answering it quickly."I'll meet you in the little garden."The footsteps receded, gradually fading into the distance.Heather had attended countless dinners here and was well-acquainted with the layout. Hearing "the little garden", she immediately knew where Mitchell was headed.She slipped out of the restroom, heading toward the far end of the hallway where a storage room was located. Peering through a small gap in the open window, she saw Mitchell hurrying to his destination.Bethany was already there, waiting, and she rushed into Mitchell's arms.Mitchell showed no resistance, pulling her close with a familiarity that made it seem like he was trying to melt her into his bones."You're tempting me again. Have you already forgotten about the other night when you couldn't get out of bed?"
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After returning to the bedroom, Heather found herself slipping into a daze, her mind foggy as she drifted into a heavy sleep. At one point, she sensed Mitchell had returned. She could feel his gaze lingering on her for what seemed like an eternity while she lay still. A short time later, his phone rang sharply, and after a few more rings, he hesitated for a moment before getting up and leaving.The next morning, Mitchell didn't even bother to come back. Vanessa pushed a plate of breakfast in front of Heather, her expression filled with motherly affection. "Mitchell said something came up at the company, so he had to leave in a rush this morning. If you don't mind, stay with me here at the manor. It might be less boring."Heather froze for a moment, looking at Vanessa's calm face. If it weren't for hearing her conversation with Mitchell last night—regarding her knowing about his affair—Heather might have actually believed Vanessa was just being caring. But now, both of them felt
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Under Mitchell's leadership, Bennett Corporation slowly but surely took control of half of Kennethville's economy. He began expanding the business internationally, with the first stop being Buleesia. The old rumors about Mitchell's desperate search of Heather had all but disappeared—no one dared bring them up anymore.In fact, people now praised his devotion to Heather, as if they had completely forgotten about the affair he had right before his wedding, or the fact that he had gotten another woman pregnant.With enough power in his hands, the slanderous whispers faded away. Mitchell felt the weight of that power firsthand, but it didn't bring him any joy. Or rather, since the day Heather left, he had lost the right to be happy.He had wronged Heather, and according to the promises he had made, he was supposed to live a life of loneliness, far removed from happiness.For a long time, Mitchell didn't pay attention to where Heather had gone. He only learned, in passing, that her ne
Leaving on a Summer's Day Chapter 24
After returning to Buleesia from Kennethville, Heather no longer had to deal with the disturbances from those who had once claimed to be her friends. Life gradually returned to a peaceful rhythm.Meanwhile, back in Kennethville, Mitchell remained in a state of numbness after Heather left. He existed like a soulless shell, moving through life without purpose.Vanessa was torn between anger and sympathy. The poised woman she used to be now cursed like a street hag wherever she went.When Ryder walked into Mitchell's hospital room, he saw the pitiful sight of both Mitchell and Vanessa. It sparked a fury in him. He grabbed Mitchell by the collar and yanked him out of the bed, landing two sharp slaps across his face. Blood dripped from Mitchell's lip as Ryder's angry voice echoed in his ears."Mitchell, look at yourself! Do you think acting like this will make Heather come back? She wouldn't even spare you a second glance now."If you keep going down this path, you'll just become a j
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Vanessa, waiting outside, had an uneasy feeling rise in her chest the moment she saw Colin walk in. So, when Heather and Colin decided to leave, Vanessa didn't hesitate for a second and blocked their path."Heather, you're leaving already? Is this person your friend?"Heather's patience with Vanessa was a little more than with Mitchell, but that was only in comparison to him. Ever since that night at the Bennetts' manor, when Heather had heard their conversation in the study, she couldn't bring herself to be kind to Vanessa anymore. Facing Vanessa's rude question, Heather responded coolly, keeping it strictly formal, "My issues with Mitchell are over. And this is my boyfriend, Colin."Colin greeted Vanessa politely, but Vanessa wasn't in the mood to respond. Instead, a trace of resentment began to build in her, and her voice carried a hint of irritation."Heather, you and Mitchell broke up less than two months ago, and you already… Can't you see how much he's suffered these pas
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"Yes, I would! To me, you're the most important person!"Mitchell didn't hesitate for a second before answering, his voice firm.At his words, Heather's lips curled into a bitter smile that cut through Mitchell like a knife. The sharpness of her expression stung him deeply. She showed him no mercy and gave an answer that was the complete opposite of Mitchell's."You wouldn't. You don't want to let me go, but you're addicted to the thrill Bethany gives you. If you didn't enjoy it, you wouldn't have been so happy when you found out she was pregnant."You're only saying this now because you know I'm leaving you. Deep down, your only regret is not hiding your affair better."If you could turn back time, I bet you'd keep Bethany as far away from me as possible—preferably so far we'd never cross paths. That way, you could have both of us."Mitchell's face turned as pale as a ghost, as though the deepest, most hidden thoughts inside him had been exposed.He clenched his fists, trying
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With renewed determination, Mitchell no longer needed Vanessa's pressure. He took the initiative to request a full-body checkup and faithfully followed his medication and IV treatments every day.His condition slowly improved, but after just three days, he decided to discharge himself from the hospital. He had workers expand a greenhouse in the suburbs, working overtime to enlarge the space. Then, he instructed his assistant to purchase over a hundred pear trees and plant them inside. He even brought in a skilled craftsman to adjust the temperature, ensuring that the pear trees would continue blooming throughout this period. On top of that, Mitchell had a ring custom-made, planning to propose to Heather again the moment she returned. This time, he swore he would never betray her again.A week flew by in the blink of an eye. Mitchell spent the entire day shadowing Vanessa, eagerly awaiting Heather's call. He had already instructed Vanessa to let Heather know the location where
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"Mitchell, you have to wake up. If you wake up, I'll swallow my pride and beg Heather to come see you." Vanessa's voice wavered, full of desperation. "But if you stay unconscious like this, you'll never get the chance to see her again..."Maybe it was Vanessa's words that finally got through to him. With a deep, strained breath, Mitchell struggled awake, gripping Vanessa's hand with what little strength he had left. "Mom... I want to see Heather..." Those words seemed to drain every ounce of energy from him. Destiny had tried to lure Heather back, yet even saying that Ian was gravely ill had failed to move her. Mitchell didn't know what more he could possibly do. Vanessa had always treated Heather like a daughter, and Heather, so soft-hearted, had always been so kind to her. Maybe this time, Vanessa really could convince Heather to return.Looking at Mitchell's anguished expression, Vanessa hesitated for a moment before agreeing to immediately call Heather, her resolve weaken
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The woman was Destiny Longstaff. She was Heather's half-sister, born of a different mother. Vanessa had grown increasingly frustrated watching Mitchell waste away, consumed by thoughts of Heather. He looked like a shadow of his former self, a zombie going through the motions.Every attempt to pull him out of his misery had failed, and in desperation, she remembered Heather's younger sister, who was three years her junior. Destiny was the product of an affair Ian had while Heather's mother was still alive. After Heather's mother passed away, Ian married Destiny's mother, making Destiny Heather's half-sister.When Vanessa saw the photos, she noticed a faint resemblance—Destiny shared a few features with Heather, though the similarity wasn't striking. Without hesitation, Vanessa made a decision. She struck a deal with the Longstaff family, promising them certain benefits in exchange for Destiny's cooperation. Her job was to get close to Mitchell and help him heal from the emoti
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Mitchell woke up groggily the next afternoon. The plates of spaghetti on the table had long since clumped together into an unrecognizable mess, and the floor was littered with overturned bottles of alcohol. The stifling summer heat amplified the pungent stench of stale liquor and souring food, creating an unbearable atmosphere. Yet, Mitchell seemed oblivious. He blended into the chaos of his surroundings, his hollow gaze reflecting the disarray within him. Day after day passed like this, a lifeless routine. There was still no news of Heather. Bethany, who had once loudly insisted on involving the police, had fallen strangely silent. Mitchell guessed Vanessa had made some kind of deal with her, though he couldn't bring himself to care. What he couldn't ignore, however, was the fallout. In Kennethville, Mitchell and the Bennetts' reputation had plummeted. Vanessa, fed up with his spiraling behavior, tried repeatedly to encourage him to pull himself together. When her effor
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Bethany quickly lost consciousness from the blood loss.Mitchell stood by, his gaze cold and detached, not a trace of sympathy in his eyes. The only hint of emotion that flashed across his face was when Bethany exposed his deepest, most uncomfortable thoughts, leaving him momentarily embarrassed. He had already learned from Heather's messages that she knew about his affair long before Bethany had taunted her. But Mitchell wasn't about to apologize to Bethany, the so-called "cause of it all". He would do that in person with Heather, but Bethany had no right to pretend she was blameless.The maid, trembling with fear, made a few calls. Within minutes, Vanessa and the ambulance arrived at the villa.Ryder came along too, and when he saw the bloodstains covering the floor, his rage boiled over. He slapped Mitchell across the face with all his might."You idiot! Haven't you made enough of a mess these past few days? Now you want to kill Bethany along with the babies?!" Mitchell's fa
