Rewriting My Heart's Fate

When I was 18, I thought a confession like this was a show of bravery. That was what youth was all about. But now, I just wanted to slap myself in the face.

What bravery? What youth? Was I insane? Thankfully, I hadn't confessed yet just then. There was still a chance to take it back.

It didn't matter what had happened. Since I was given another chance, I wouldn't bother with Ethan any longer. I wasn't going to repeat the tragedy of my past life.

I inhaled deeply and put the mouthpiece up to my mouth. Earnestly, I swore, "Indeed, Grayson. I have reflected on my ways. I apologize for any inconvenience I have caused you!

"Please don't worry. I have made amends. There is no more puppy love within my heart. Only our studies and dreams remain."

Ethan was silent. He was clearly stunned. Shock was written all over his face. I turned to run off stage quickly. The crowd was stunned too.

"Evelyn's giving up on Ethan?"

"She's giving up? Ethan's turned down so many other girls. Only Evelyn wouldn't back down. She's still so passionate even after getting rejected so many times. She even made a bet with someone last month that she'd get into St. Nicholas University together with Ethan." "She must've bit off more than she could chew. She's giving up because she wants to save face, isn't she?"

"Ethan must be over the moon. He's finally rid of that pest."

Amongst all the chatter, the youngster watched as that figure ran off. His gaze was even colder. There wasn't even a hint of joy.

I ran back to the classroom. My heart was beating nonstop. I saw my face in the small mirror on my desk.

Though I was young at 25 years old, I had already lost the glint in my eye after three years of struggle after marriage and family matters.

My complexion was already pale due to not getting enough sleep often. Only foundation could cover up the thick dark circles around my eyes.

Yet, in the mirror was a young lady with fair skin. She had pearly teeth and luscious lips. She looked healthy and beautiful. Youthful energy radiated all over her body.

This 18-year-old me was the true me! It was then that I felt joy pool up within me. I was truly reborn.

at you regardless of how

his childhood sweetheart

girls crowding around Leah. She seemed to look down awkwardly

smiled at the girl who had spoken earlier. "Thanks for the compliment.

I was still angry seeing my love rival. Not to mention, Leah did all sorts of things to get on my nerves after I got

always getting in the way of our relationship. She was the cause of our broken marriage. I did not like her. But now, I had no intention of being the protagonist

I just want to study harder. I hope things work out for you

that your bet to get into St. Nicholas University with Ethan was just a joke. Don't pressure yourself." There she goes again. I pursed my

people off

else's relationship! To think she'd say something

can even get

second trial exam. I can't wait

over these words. I would've kept silent in fear of Ethan thinking I was picking on Leah. But

into St. Nicholas University. I'm done with Ethan, so quit playing tricks on me. Get your lackeys away from me, and we'll stay out of each other's

Wiley! What is the meaning of this?" one of the girls nearby shouted

I shrugged and said, "I'm just earnestly wishing Leah and Ethan a happy

them in my past life were going to abandon their morals and get back together anyway, so I might as well wish them well this

bunch of people came in. Leading them was Ethan himself. Their expressions were weird. Clearly, they had overheard

and said,

was unhappy. But so what? I didn't care. We met eyes for a

slowly. His uniform's sleeve brushed past

he had a commanding presence. I grasped my pen tightly. I

to him by asking for his help with

was treating me differently, so I fell for him even further. In hindsight, Ethan must've been fed up with my pestering.

and forced myself to