No More Waiting, She Chooses Love

Chapter 62



Dustin halted, casting a doubtful glance my way.

I offered a wry smile, saying, "Jacqueline did some redecorating."

After that, I handed Dustin his bag. "Dustin, why don't you unpack and rest a bit? I need to sort some things out myself."

He hummed in response, and I returned to my room.

The room still held both my and Conrad's belongings, clearly showing no one had lived there since I left. It seemed Conrad hadn't returned even once. Where had he been staying all this time? With Haley at Crystal Bay Villas, maybe?

The thought squeezed my chest. It felt like I had gotten Conrad out of my heart, but the wounds he left are still healing.

those thoughts aside and started packing my things. Years of practicing minimalism could make the job easier.

I almost finished packing, a knock on the door

brows furrowing. "You're moving

gaze landing on the open wardrobe with Conrad's clothes still hanging inside. His fists clenched at his sides. "You and Conrad have been together

paused, "You know me, Dustin. I'm all about letting

suitcase, I went to lift it

met. Dustin's eyes were clear, so pure, unlike Conrad's chilly gaze or Ernest's brooding darkness. Dustin's eyes were like a springtime lake, clear to the bottom. They were innocent, making one

you once said this was your home," his voice was low, carrying a weight that made it

knew he wanted

do you think I belong here?" I asked, motioning towards the bed where the pillows were still side by side. "Expect me to

in Dustin's eyes, too

slowly withdrew his hand, his voice deep, "Will

said with a

I knew it would