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.

it was eight in the morning, which was time to get ready for work. Just as I was heading out, I heard the door creak. Selena emerged from the room next door and looked at

sleep alone

only eight. Where are you headed

eyebrow. While I still felt a bit of resentment toward Selena, it wasn't as strong as before. I

my response. "Wait for me. I'll head to the office with

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

over her shoulders. Despite her meticulously applied makeup, she looked weary. Selena carefully hooked her heels,

ready.

no reaction to Selena's friendly

condition didn't matter to me anymore. As long as she wasn't

people were

needed to do was help Selena

they wanted. With the amount of shares Selena

was I striving

that Sylvia

back, I'd resign