Chapter 12 “Why?” I couldn’t help but asked. He looked back at me. “My mom says that shopping helps women feel better when they’re upset.” My brother suddenly jumped in. “I’m feeling bad too. Take me shopping!” William kicked him aside with ease and whisked me away. On the way, I tried to explain the … Read more
Chapter 11 Chapter 11 I stared at William, feeling both surprised and a bit guilty. “So, you saw everything?” “Yes.” Ethan, noticing the closeness between us, got up from the ground, eyes red and demanded, “Who is he?” William seemed intent on provoking him, as he tightened his arm around my waist. “Her… fiancé.” “Lies! … Read more
Chapter 10 I stared at Ethan, baffled by his sudden display. His feelings for Amanda were obvious to anyone with eyes. Now that she was back, wouldn‘ t letting me go be a relief to him? Why chase me all the way overseas? Seeing my silence, he took out a red velvet box and knelt … Read more
Chapter 9 William only got tricked because he didn’t suspect his own cousin, which made me sigh. Life in wealthy families. always seemed so full of drama, unlike my simple family background. We’ve been a single–child family for nine generations. until my parents finally had me. My brother’s phone started ringing, interrupting my thoughts. I … Read more
Chapter 8 It really was him! “Are you feeling unwell?” I asked, returning his wallet to his pocket while examining him. He was tall and lean; if he weren’t so weak, his height alone would mean I’d only be able to see his chin from this close. His pale skin and high nose bridge gave … Read more
Chapter 7 Dazed, he ran through each room, desperately searching for traces of me. But after scouring the entire place, he couldn’t find a single item of mine. “Why is this happening?” he muttered, pulling out his phone to call me again, only to hear the mechanical voice of the answering service, which nearly drove … Read more
Chapter 6 The plane flew overseas and the bright sun outside and the boundless blue sky lifted my spirits. I watched the scenery shift as clouds tumbled and a warm, reddish light streaked across the horizon. Suddenly, a flash of inspiration struck me and I quickly sketched it out on paper. By the time I’d … Read more
Chapter 5 Dragging my exhausted body back home, I took a long, detailed look at this place where I’d lived for the past seven years. Every corner held memories of Ethan and me–once so beautiful, now stabbing into. my heart like a thousand sharp blades. I found a large cardboard box and, unable to sleep, … Read more
Chapter 4 Seeing that I was silent, she tilted her head slightly, carefully studying my face. “I’ve wanted to say this since the first time we met–don’t you think we look very much alike, little sister?” In that moment, I had never felt such humiliation and disgrace. Under her triumphant gaze, I could only … Read more
Chapter 3 After finishing my IV, I felt even dizzier. I took a few steps and almost stumbled. Ethan still hadn’t returned–no calls, no messages. Reluctantly, I decided to call him first to avoid any misunderstandings. When he heard I was still at the hospital, he paused for a moment. “I’m sorry, Emma. I planned … Read more