She thought he didn't love her, that he couldn't bear to face her. But in that moment, Lizetta suddenly realized she might've been completely wrong. If he didn't want to face her, he would've blindfolded himself, not her.

Remington must've thought she didn't love him; that was why he'd been holding back all this time, scared to frighten her.

He said he loved her, but she could never feel it. Strangely enough, right now, she felt a glimpse of his restrained love.

He probably wasn't as strong as she perceived, always on top, leading effortlessly. He, too, had his insecurities, his fears.

In an instant, Lizetta gripped the edge of the table, her nails digging into the wood grain, feeling an overwhelming sadness.

Tears seeped from her tightly shut eyes. It was such a pity; she realized too late.

If she'd known earlier, maybe they could've connected, built trust, and she would have the courage to weather any storm with him.

But there were no ifs. So much had happened, so many obstacles.

Their minds had changed; trust had collapsed. She wasn't brave anymore; it seemed they couldn't go back.

and then kissed Lizetta

reached for a blanket, wrapping her

the sound of running water filled the space as Lizetta

the tub overflowed, Remington turned off the tap, checked the water's temperature, and then gently placed Lizetta, who was still wrapped in the blanket, into the tub.

the warm water, her rigid, cold body slowly warming and relaxing. When she opened her

face, her shoulders shaking slightly, she finally

the days that followed, the man who used to come home every

with her dance troupe's performances. Lying alone in the big bed

thought he must be tired too. She also thought, with Stella so proactive, and the West family along with Hanna's support, their progress must

the news of

appearances in various upscale places reached Lizetta's ears. It was

the second round of performances in Zion City

of flowers from fans. Entering the restroom, a cleaner

was washing her hands, the cleaner, cleaning the counter,

Gardenia, be ready on the

of the Summer

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