Bride to Be, Not Me

Chapter 31 Chapter 31

Jantes furrowed her brows when she saw that Simon was calling

On such a joy day, the mere mention of his name stirred a thomy pain in her chest that pierced her to the

core

Simon had guessed it right. She hadn't entirely moved oil-

But her love for him had already turned cold. Faint traces of resentment were beginning to take root.

The lingering ache the felt when she saw him wasn't affection-it was the backlash of severed emotions. No one could let go that quickly, but she had made up her mind. She wouldn't take a single step back toward Simon

Her finger hovered over the decline button before she tapped it decisively. She no longer allowed herself in imagine any other outcome between them.

Tears welled up in her eyes, spilling over as laughter and applause filled the rooms for the celebrations.

Tonight marked her first day officially joining Prosper Silich Group. It was also the night she completely let go of Simon.

His message popped up during the celebration

"Janice, I was wrong. Please allow me to explain. I've been by your side from the very beginning, from the days when you were just a nobody until now. I can't believe you've forgotten so quick. You're so amazing Let's move forward together, okay?

intent. His regret stemmed not from love but from greed. He wanted her back, not as an equal, but as someone who could still work tirelessly for his

she was the one who had crocheted

second to his interests. The tears that fell were heavy, carrying seven years

the tears slid off her chin and struck the edge of the dining table, the sight

were compatible, they should stay together. If not, they should

came into view, Janice

shimmering tear, but her lips curved

out of a painting only, his presence was Lar too

said, her voice steady despite

"If you want to cry, remember to find someplace private. As the coof

quickly wiped away her tears to avoid any criticism from her

in my office. The

speechless by

muddle her thoughts, but she

just keep things to yourself. If your ex-boyfriend sees this, he might think you're still hung up

her voice louder

sudden slan drew

star the table in front

what shocked them even more was Edward's reaction, or lack of it. Instead of being annoyed, he merely

actually going

for everyone to mind their own business and stop