Chapter 2995

...Though it was hard to say, Fabiola knew she had to tell him the truth.

“…Look, you know I’ve always been extremely competitive and stubborn, and… I guess I just didn’t want Luna, Lea, or the others to have you for so long that I lost track of my feelings… I simply assumed that that was love, but… It just wasn’t.”

She knew because after meeting Hanley, she finally understood what it meant to be in love… The agony and joy… None of that had applied to Neal throughout her time with him… That was simply the truth, and she knew she couldn’t deny it.

By this point, Neal was in absolute pain… and after struggling to find his voice, he eventually managed to mutter, “…I understand… Now please leave. I’ll… eat once I have some more time alone…”

Knowing that nothing more could be done, Fabiola sighed before saying, “…Alright, and I hope you keep your promise… I’m sorry for everything.”

Following that, she bowed deeply before leaving… and once she was gone, Neal sat on the edge of his