From Heartbreak to Happily Ever After

Chapter 28

Chapter 28

Since the last time she saw Debra in that glamorous dress, Shelia had realized the gap between them.

Juan always treated her like a little girl, seldom seeing her as a woman.

She had to seize this chance to confess her love to Juan.

The door opened, and Shelia’s heart raced.

She turned around, saw Juan enter, and threw herself into his arms.

“Shelia?”

“I thought you wouldn’t come.”

Shelia’s voice was low, tinged with sadness.

Juan pulled away, saying, “It’s your birthday, and I promised you to come.”

Shelia blushed.

But Juan frowned at Shelia’s outfit and the room’s decor.

“Juan, L…”

“This outfit doesn’t suit

Shelia was stunned.

the lamp next

you still like the birthday gift I picked

“Very.”

fully recovered from

for you, so you can invite your friends over to play.

Shelia froze.

have some work to do tonight. You should rest early,”

“Juan!”

hugged him from behind and choked with sobs. “Did I do anything wrong?

away her hands, but he couldn’t bring himself to say anything harsh. “I hope you’ll

By the time she came to her senses,

Juan come out so soon. He asked,

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celebrating Miss Miles’s birthday?”

“Drive, back home.”

cold, and Joe, who had been by his side

remained silent throughout