Love You Enough to Leave You

They had been separated for five years. No matter how deep their love was back then, it would’ve faded away with time. After all, time and tide wait for no man. Their feelings couldn’t stand the test of time. When Amelia reached out to Carter, she thought Carter no longer loved her. Besides, the man had never confessed his feelings to her. She had no idea he still loved her dearly after all these years. If she knew, she wouldn’t have contacted him in the first place. Sometimes, it would be better to keep one’s feelings to oneself. Making things clear would only cause awkwardness on both sides.

It was practically impossible to revive her feelings in the past. “Ms. Larson, you must’ve gotten it wrong. I wasn’t the one who dumped him,” explained Amelia. “Yes, I loved him back then, but he was the one who took off. I don’t know whether he loved me back then. Perhaps he realized his feelings for me after his departure. I’m not trying to defend myself. I just think that you shouldn’t hold a grudge over this if you are to be his future girlfriend or wife.” Jennifer stared at her without a word. Taking the spoon, Amelia started stirring her coffee again.

Aside from the initial sip she took, her coffee remained untouched. “Ms. Larson, if that was what you wanted to say, I don’t think it was necessary. Carter and I are friends, nothing else. If he doesn’t want to be friends anymore, I can stop contacting him. But if he thinks of me as a friend, I will still keep in touch with him.” Standing up, Amelia took her bag. “The coffee’s on me, Ms. Larson. I need to prepare lunch for my husband. Please excuse me.” Suddenly, Jennifer grabbed Amelia’s hand, causing the latter to freeze in astonishment. She immediately retorted angrily, “Ms. Larson, what are you doing?”

sudden request. After removing her shades, bitterness flitted across Jennifer’s gaze. “Amelia, sit down. Others might think I’m trying to bully you,” she uttered. Amelia sat down obediently and studied the woman sitting across from her carefully. At once, Jennifer wore her shades again to hide the emotions in her eyes. “Amelia, I’m not trying to be your friend. I’m doing this for Carter’s sake. I despise you, so there’s no way I’ll let you appear in his sight if possible. I have no other choice as I love him.” She sighed. “Back then, I used

help because of him, too.” Amelia remained unfazed. Those who fell in love first were destined to be on the losing side. They would sacrifice willingly, without asking for anything in return. They would allow their pride to be crushed into dust, no matter how proud they used

she still acted like she was above everyone else.

Jennifer demanded, “Why are you laughing?” Putting her spoon

disapproval. “You’re wrong, Ms. Larson. Look at your features. You’re indeed adorable. If you show your weak side to men, they will throw themselves at you.” Jennifer scrunched her face up in fury. “Are you teasing me, Amelia?” Yeah. Finally, you get that. Amelia thought in her heart. However, she feigned innocence. “Did I?” With her hands folded

her head. “I won’t. Send him my wishes. I hope he will rest well and stop working too long hours.” Jennifer studied her and pressed on, “Why won’t you visit him?” “Do you seriously want me to visit him?” Jennifer shook her head honestly. “If possible, I wish you can disappear from his life.” “Then why are you pretending to be generous? The Scotts don’t welcome me. My husband doesn’t want me to keep in touch with him, too. We’re just friends, but it’s best to keep our distance,” replied Amelia. Silence ensued. After a long while, Jennifer inquired, “You said you

from you.” “You’re putting the cart before the horse. My answer isn’t important. What’s important is how Carter treats you. If he doesn’t love you, you won’t end