Chapter 230

Laurence’s words weren’t considered harsh. That was just how he was. His words were even more unkind once he was actually displeased.

Although Zoey was already used to this treatment, she still felt uncomfortable hearing that, but she ignored it, not wanting to argue with him.

Laurence’s cold smile disappeared, and he returned to his usual impassive expression. He pressed his lips together and stared at her. “There’s always a reason for everything,” he said softly.

Zoey had already thought of her resignation speech before she knocked on the door. Her wish to move out wasn’t an impulsive decision. Their relationship had been worsening over the last month, and all those ugly feelings that she shouldn’t be having had the time to fester. She didn’t want to be so stuck in her love for him until she lost her own sense of self-respect. She didn’t want to end up in pain and cling to him even when she left. She had to slowly uproot him from her heart. No longer could she continue to stay in