Chapter 106

Mitchell was left speechless by Effie's words. For a moment, he looked completely thrown, regret flickering in his eyes.

He opened his mouth, as if to defend himself, but nothing came out.

Without another glance, Effie turned and walked away, leaving Mitchell standing there alone, his expression clouded with uncertainty.

She had no desire to get tangled up with Mitchell anymore.

Whatever feelings she once had for him had long since vanished. Now, all she wanted was to focus on her new life.

"Effie..." he murmured under his breath, his voice tinged with a regret he could barely hide.

As Effie stepped out of the café, she drew in a deep breath.

Seeing Mitchell again, she realized how calm she felt. The old hurt from their breakup was gone.

Just then, her phone began to ring.

saw Lyman's name. A small, involuntary smile tugged at

voice

had asked her to call him "darling." At first, Effie had felt shy about

velvety voice came through the line. "It's lunchtime. Have

relaxed.

Just stepped out

eat something, and go easy on the drinks," Effie reminded

replied with an affectionate note in

fluttered at his

phone, Effie couldn't help but smile even

Lyman was true-if he was

was, she realized she was

you're done, come home early. I'll be waiting," she said softly,

promised, then added, "If you think of something you want for dinner, just let

for a moment, then

rumbled through the phone, playful and teasing. "So obedient today?

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