Chapter 4:

With that, he ended the call abruptly.

Belinda stared at her phone as the call disconnected, a knot forming in her throat.

With a heavy heart, she composed a final text to Lucas.

Then, she removed her SIM card and discarded it in the nearest bin.

She pocketed her phone and walked away without a backward glance.

Today was not just any day—it was her departure day for Chixdon.

Belinda made a vow to herself that once overseas, she would erase all memories of Lucas from her mind.

at the

conversations mingled with the thick fragrance of perfumes. The Thomas family, one of the

evening, they celebrated the return of their family head’s goddaughter from overseas with a lavish

as well?”

moment, his fingers tightening around his wine glass. After a brief pause, he nodded

dark blue suit, Lucas exuded

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“That woman Lucas married should have been gone from his life long ago. Congratulations, Verena. It

voice gentle. “Being close to Lucas is what matters to me, not the title of his wife.” Despite her words, her intent gaze on Lucas spoke volumes about

his eyes, his finger idly tapping his

clearly adores you, Verena. Once he is

remained unresponsive, seemingly lost in

she was about to speak, but the room’s attention was suddenly drawn elsewhere by

as the sound of clicking heels resonated across the marble floor, echoing with

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