Sally looped her arm through Morgan’s. "We're best friends. There’s no need for ‘thank you’ between us."If that scumbag Sebastian saw you now, he’d regret it so much he’d want to drown himself in the ocean." Morgan felt nothing hearing Sebastian’s name again. There was no anger, no sadness—just complete indifference. "Whether he regrets it or not has nothing to do with me anymore." Saving him was her choice, and even after he betrayed her, she never regretted it. Because back then, she truly loved him, and he once truly loved her too. But love was fleeting, and in the end, there was no absolute right or wrong in relationships. His only mistake was pretending to be devoted while cheating behind her back. But that was all in the past. She had reclaimed her face, her dignity, and more than enough compensation from him. It was time to let it go. Sally tightened her hold on Morgan’s arm. "Exactly! Whatever happens to him doesn’t concern us anymore. “Come on, let’s hi
Sebastian grabbed the bottle and tilted his head back, letting the alcohol burn its way down his throat.Drinking had become his only escape.Only when he was drunk could he see the one person he longed for.When he opened his eyes again, he found himself lying in a hospital bed.He had no memory of how he got there.Throwing off the blanket, he tried to get up, but his legs were weak and unsteady. He nearly collapsed.Just then, the door swung open, and Grace rushed in, catching him before he hit the ground."Mom? What are you doing here? And why am I in the hospital?"Grace’s face was full of anger. "The cleaning lady found you unconscious at home and called me!"Sebastian shook off her hands. "I’m fine. I need to get to work. I need to go to Haputa and find Morgan."Grace threw a stack of medical reports onto the bed, her voice shaking with frustration."Sebastian, how much longer are you going to destroy yourself like this? You nearly died from alcohol poisoning! Do you even reali
She booked a flight home for three days later. On the day of her departure, Sally and Robert came to the airport to see her off. Sally hugged Morgan and said, "Morgan, once you’ve taken care of your parents’ matters, make sure you come back soon! I’m still waiting for our world tour!" Morgan patted her shoulder, reassuring her. Sally glanced at her brother standing nearby, then pushed Morgan toward him. "Morgan, my brother actually has something to say to you." Morgan looked up at Robert, whose expression remained as cold and indifferent as ever. She couldn’t imagine what he would have to say to her. She assumed he was simply accompanying Sally to the airport. The two stood face to face for a long moment before Robert finally spoke. "Safe travels." "Thank you." Morgan picked up her suitcase, waved at Sally, and said, "Goodbye." Only after Morgan’s figure disappeared into the boarding gate did Sally nudge her brother’s shoulder. "Seriously, you’re hopeless. I gave
Seeing Sebastian continuously bring up the past, Morgan decided to lay everything out clearly."Sebastian, I understand that everyone appreciates beauty. It’s no secret that men like attractive women. I get that."If you couldn’t stand looking at me, you could have told me. We could have divorced, or I could have undergone surgery to restore my face."But instead, you chose the most disgusting way to hurt me. You pretended to love me while cheating behind my back. It makes me sick."And now, you have the audacity to stand here and talk about love? To beg me for another chance? What makes you think you deserve it?"Tears slipped from Sebastian’s eyes."Morgan… back then, when you were critically injured, you spent an entire day and night in the operating room. I knelt outside, praying to every god in existence, begging them not to take you away."When you finally pulled through, your face was destroyed. I did think about asking you to get reconstructive surgery."But when I heard the do
Morgan scanned the bedroom, taking everything in before turning to Sebastian. "So, what if you brought all of this back?" Sebastian took her hand, his gaze sincere. "Morgan, I’ve recovered everything, except for the one thing that matters most. You. "Life is short, and we have to look forward. I can’t change the past, but I swear on my life that from now on, I will be loyal to you alone. I will never betray you again." Morgan pulled her hand away. "A broken mirror, no matter how carefully pieced back together, will always have cracks. It can never be whole again."And in my world, there’s no such thing as ‘starting over.’" She turned and walked away. Sebastian immediately followed. But Morgan treated him like air, ignoring his presence entirely as she left the villa and hailed a taxi to her hotel. Just as she stepped into the hotel lobby, she unexpectedly ran into someone from her past—Luna. Luna was dressed provocatively, clinging to a slightly overweight man who
The mere fact that she was inside that room eased the relentless cycle of anxiety, longing, and regret in his heart.Instead, for the first time in a long while, he felt a strange sense of peace. Seeing that Sebastian was completely unfazed by her words, Morgan didn’t waste any more effort on him. She treated him like he was invisible, walking past him without a second glance. She went downstairs, pulled out her phone, and called the construction crew she had arranged the night before. Then, she headed straight to Longridge Cemetery to relocate her parents' graves. The moment Sebastian realized what she was doing, panic set in. He rushed forward to stop her. "Morgan, what are you doing?" She looked at him coldly, a mocking smile curling on her lips. "You used my parents' graves to force me out of hiding. Have you already forgotten?" "Morgan, no, that’s not—" Sebastian’s explanation came to an abrupt stop. He loved Morgan too much to ever do something so cruel to he
Morgan caught Grace’s wrist mid-air and forcefully shoved it aside. "I tolerated you out of respect because you were my elder. But now, we have nothing to do with each other. Don’t think you can throw your weight around like you’re still my mother-in-law." Grace’s face turned pale with fury. "Morgan Hayes, you heartless woman! My son nearly died saving you, and all you can think about is cutting ties with him? How can you be so heartless?" "He saved me because he wanted to. Whether he survives or not is up to fate." Morgan locked eyes with her. "That line sounds familiar, doesn’t it?" Back when she nearly died saving Sebastian, lying unconscious in the ICU, Grace said the exact same thing to Sebastian. Grace trembled with rage. "Fine, I said it. But Sebastian was always sincere with you! He married you despite all the backlash and disfigurement. He treated you like a queen!"He made a mistake that all men make! And what did you do? Disappear on him for a year, leaving him
"Miss Hayes, can you come to the hospital? Sebastian just woke up. He wants to see you.""I’ll be there soon."Morgan immediately got in a car and rushed back. By the time she arrived, it was already late into the night.The moment Grace saw her, she scowled. "Do you have any idea what time it is? You ungrateful wretch. Did you deliberately drag your feet just to make us wait?"Morgan had been traveling nonstop and was already on edge. She had no patience left for Grace’s attitude."Mrs. Cole, I don’t owe you or your family anything. If you can’t adjust your tone, then I see no reason to stay."Grace shot back, "You don’t owe us? Sebastian ended up like this because he saved you!"Morgan turned to her, her gaze sharp. "And do you know who was behind the wheel?"Grace snapped, "I don’t care who it was! Whoever hurt my son won’t get away with it!""It was the maid he cheated on me with a year ago," Morgan said flatly. "So, tell me, why did this happen? Because of the mess Sebastian c
But would Sebastian really let her leave? After that conversation they had, Grace stopped speaking coldly to Morgan. In fact, there was even a hint of warmth in her tone now. Sebastian’s recovery had also gone well. Within half a month, he was already able to get out of bed and walk. At first, Morgan visited him at the hospital frequently, but as time went on, she only went every few days. Soon, the one-month deadline arrived, and Sebastian was close to full recovery. Morgan booked a flight to Haputa for the next day. That evening, Sebastian arrived at her home with bags of groceries, a bitter smile on his face. “Morgan, I’m here to send you off with a meal.” That was what he said, but deep down, he was hoping this dinner would make her stay. For the past month, he tried everything to win her back, yet nothing had worked. This was his last chance. Morgan could see his intentions but didn’t stop him. A year ago, they didn’t finish the farewell dinner she prepared
Morgan was completely caught off guard by the sudden confession, momentarily at a loss for words."I… you…"Robert’s voice remained calm. "You don’t have to answer me now, and I’m not trying to pressure you. I just think confessions should be made in person, not through someone else."If you come back after a month, then tell me your answer, okay?""...Okay.""Good. Until then, let’s just stay as friends."After hanging up, Morgan got out of bed and freshened up.Not long after, she heard Grace’s sharp voice outside the room.The moment she arrived, Grace doted on her son endlessly, fussing over him as if he were on his deathbed.And when she learned Sebastian spent the entire night in pain without proper rest, she flew into a rage, threatening to raise hell with the doctors and nurses.Sebastian quickly intervened, stopping her before she caused a scene.The moment Grace noticed Morgan stepping out of the adjoining room, her expression soured."You slept peacefully while Sebastian was
"Why not? You’re both single—sounds like a perfect match to me! And if you become my sister-in-law, there won’t be any family drama between us. “Plus, I’ll finally have an ally against my mom. It’s a win-win situation!"Sally was getting more excited by the second, practically wishing the two could get married on the spot.Morgan sighed. "Sally, stop joking around. There’s no way your brother would ever be interested in me."Robert had never dated anyone, but with his background, he could have any woman he wanted. There was no reason for him to be interested in someone like her—a divorced woman who was once disfigured.But Sally’s next words left her completely stunned."What do you mean, no way? My brother likes you!"Morgan blinked. "What did you just say?"Had she misheard?Since she had already started, Sally decided to spill everything. "It’s true! He keeps pictures of you saved on his phone—I saw them myself."I even told him to confess before you left, but he kept stalling, sa
Morgan’s voice remained calm as she continued, "I once saved your life, and now you’ve saved mine. Sebastian, we owe each other nothing."Sebastian shook his head. "No, Morgan, I’ll never be able to repay what I owe you, not in this lifetime. Please… let me stay by your side, even if only to make amends.""But I don’t need your atonement, Sebastian."I’m doing fine now. My scars are gone. I’ve been happy in Haputa, surrounded by friends. If you force yourself to stay in my life, you’ll only bring me pain."Sebastian opened his mouth but hesitated.He knew letting go was the right thing to do—the only thing he should do.He felt like he was being torn apart at the thought of losing her forever and never being able to hold her again.After a long pause, he finally spoke. "One month. Just stay for one month. After that… if you still want to leave, I’ll personally see you off."Morgan looked at the man lying weak and battered in the hospital bed.In the end, she nodded.…That night, Sall
"Miss Hayes, can you come to the hospital? Sebastian just woke up. He wants to see you.""I’ll be there soon."Morgan immediately got in a car and rushed back. By the time she arrived, it was already late into the night.The moment Grace saw her, she scowled. "Do you have any idea what time it is? You ungrateful wretch. Did you deliberately drag your feet just to make us wait?"Morgan had been traveling nonstop and was already on edge. She had no patience left for Grace’s attitude."Mrs. Cole, I don’t owe you or your family anything. If you can’t adjust your tone, then I see no reason to stay."Grace shot back, "You don’t owe us? Sebastian ended up like this because he saved you!"Morgan turned to her, her gaze sharp. "And do you know who was behind the wheel?"Grace snapped, "I don’t care who it was! Whoever hurt my son won’t get away with it!""It was the maid he cheated on me with a year ago," Morgan said flatly. "So, tell me, why did this happen? Because of the mess Sebastian c
Morgan caught Grace’s wrist mid-air and forcefully shoved it aside. "I tolerated you out of respect because you were my elder. But now, we have nothing to do with each other. Don’t think you can throw your weight around like you’re still my mother-in-law." Grace’s face turned pale with fury. "Morgan Hayes, you heartless woman! My son nearly died saving you, and all you can think about is cutting ties with him? How can you be so heartless?" "He saved me because he wanted to. Whether he survives or not is up to fate." Morgan locked eyes with her. "That line sounds familiar, doesn’t it?" Back when she nearly died saving Sebastian, lying unconscious in the ICU, Grace said the exact same thing to Sebastian. Grace trembled with rage. "Fine, I said it. But Sebastian was always sincere with you! He married you despite all the backlash and disfigurement. He treated you like a queen!"He made a mistake that all men make! And what did you do? Disappear on him for a year, leaving him
The mere fact that she was inside that room eased the relentless cycle of anxiety, longing, and regret in his heart.Instead, for the first time in a long while, he felt a strange sense of peace. Seeing that Sebastian was completely unfazed by her words, Morgan didn’t waste any more effort on him. She treated him like he was invisible, walking past him without a second glance. She went downstairs, pulled out her phone, and called the construction crew she had arranged the night before. Then, she headed straight to Longridge Cemetery to relocate her parents' graves. The moment Sebastian realized what she was doing, panic set in. He rushed forward to stop her. "Morgan, what are you doing?" She looked at him coldly, a mocking smile curling on her lips. "You used my parents' graves to force me out of hiding. Have you already forgotten?" "Morgan, no, that’s not—" Sebastian’s explanation came to an abrupt stop. He loved Morgan too much to ever do something so cruel to he
Morgan scanned the bedroom, taking everything in before turning to Sebastian. "So, what if you brought all of this back?" Sebastian took her hand, his gaze sincere. "Morgan, I’ve recovered everything, except for the one thing that matters most. You. "Life is short, and we have to look forward. I can’t change the past, but I swear on my life that from now on, I will be loyal to you alone. I will never betray you again." Morgan pulled her hand away. "A broken mirror, no matter how carefully pieced back together, will always have cracks. It can never be whole again."And in my world, there’s no such thing as ‘starting over.’" She turned and walked away. Sebastian immediately followed. But Morgan treated him like air, ignoring his presence entirely as she left the villa and hailed a taxi to her hotel. Just as she stepped into the hotel lobby, she unexpectedly ran into someone from her past—Luna. Luna was dressed provocatively, clinging to a slightly overweight man who
Seeing Sebastian continuously bring up the past, Morgan decided to lay everything out clearly."Sebastian, I understand that everyone appreciates beauty. It’s no secret that men like attractive women. I get that."If you couldn’t stand looking at me, you could have told me. We could have divorced, or I could have undergone surgery to restore my face."But instead, you chose the most disgusting way to hurt me. You pretended to love me while cheating behind my back. It makes me sick."And now, you have the audacity to stand here and talk about love? To beg me for another chance? What makes you think you deserve it?"Tears slipped from Sebastian’s eyes."Morgan… back then, when you were critically injured, you spent an entire day and night in the operating room. I knelt outside, praying to every god in existence, begging them not to take you away."When you finally pulled through, your face was destroyed. I did think about asking you to get reconstructive surgery."But when I heard the do