Chapter 182

"Matthew, I did consider dating you. I considered spending the rest of my life in a joyous union with you. But you saw what happened just now. I have no place in your family. We're from two different worlds.

"You look down on my world, and I can't tolerate yours either, let alone be a part of it. Being ex-classmates is the best choice here. Matthew, let's not see each other anymore."

I broke free of Matthew's grip and left stubbornly, leaving the heartbroken man behind me.

I was devastated too when I turned around. I regretted attending this birthday party.

It was never my wish to hurt someone who had been loving me for years. I didn't have it in me to break his heart, but I had no other options. I was just a person, and I had my dignity too.

Matthew's parents had trampled on my dignity.

My eyes were red and misty. I bit my lip hard to stop the tears from falling.

I could cry, but definitely not before those who looked down on me.

Helen looked at me and then at Matthew. Her mou