…Salena POV… Rowland's expression softened, and he took a step towards me. "I'm sorry, Salena," he said, his voice filled with regret. "I know I haven't been the best partner lately. But please understand, this is important." I wanted to be understanding, to be patient with him. But the hurt and frustration was too much. "I can't do this anymore, Rowland," I said, my voice shaking. "I can't be with someone who always puts work first." Rowland looked at me, his eyes filled with sadness. "Salena, please," he said, his voice low. "I love you. You know that, right?" I wanted to believe him, to believe that he still cared for me. But the hurt was too much. "I don't know anymore, Rowland," I said, my voice barely above a whisper. And with that, he was gone, the door shutting behind him with a finality that made my heart ache.
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