Love That Wasn't Meant to Last

Chapter 96

In a daze, I heard a creak, like a door opening, followed by the sound of footsteps.

It was probably Selena. She let out a long sigh, but I couldn't catch what she said as the sound was too faint.

I wasn't sure how much time had passed when I finally woke up and felt a little

lighter.

Unlocking my phone, the first thing I saw was a photo of Sylvia and me.

In the picture, I was seen forcing a smile, one that didn't look particularly good, but Sylvia, on the other hand, was beaming with joy. Judging from the angle, it was likely a selfie she took.

A message notification pinged. It was from Sylvia.

"Hudson, I really miss you."

Seeing her message, I was suddenly reminded that, right, I had a girlfriend.

realized it was eight in the morning, which was time to get ready for work. Just as I

sleep alone after

only eight. Where are you headed so

resentment toward Selena,

taken aback by my response. "Wait for me. I'll head to

back into her room. I wasn't sure how long I waited, but it

her shoulders. Despite her meticulously applied makeup,

ready.

no reaction to Selena's friendly

matter to me anymore. As long as she wasn't self-harming or

all, people were inherently conflicted

I needed to do was help Selena

that. The board elders could say what they

what was I

that Sylvia wasn't back

she was back, I'd resign and leave