Chapter 8

"Don’t come again. I’ll be discharged tomorrow."

I looked at James. His face was pale and defeated. "No… No!"

I smiled slightly. "Let’s end things on good terms and let each other go, or you’ll regret it."

In the past, I was the one stuck in my own head, constantly competing with Veronica for attention.

I used to believe the loudest person got what they wanted, but now I understand. Why should I need to cry to get my way?

I was who I was.

There was no reason to devalue myself for anyone, and there was certainly no need to cling to someone who did not appreciate me. If one guy did not like me, there were plenty more out there.

I could not change who I was.

However, James did not understand. He thought I was throwing a tantrum and was ending things because I was heartbroken.

The truth was that I just wanted to be myself. Whoever James chose to be with was his business.

Seeing he was not going to let go, I did not hesitate.

I pulled out photos of his engagement and called h