My heart fluttered, keenly aware of Ignatz's thoughts. His declaration should have filled me with happiness, but that happiness eluded me for reasons I could not fathom."I understand, and thank you for trusting me,” I said.My response was measured, no doubt giving away the complexities of my past with Jethro to a man as perceptive as Ignatz. Despite his suspicions, he said nothing, considerate of my feelings. This was a rarity among men.As I gazed out the window, Jethro haunted my thoughts. When our relationship was ambiguous, evasion was my go-to move. Now that it was truly over, my heart felt hollow as if I had lost something precious.After dinner, Ignatz proposed a shopping trip, but my spirits were low from the day's emotional rollercoaster with Jethro, so I declined. No longer entwined with Jethro's life, I did not head back to Verdantia but instead to Summer's place. Without any ties to him, it felt inappropriate to stay in his house.Ignatz pulled up outside Summer's pl
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