His handsome features seemed even more pronounced under the streetlights. But underneath it, I could see traces of fatigue.

“Mr. White, what a coincidence!” I greeted him.

With both his hands in his pocket, he looked right at me. “Not a coincidence. I was looking for you.”

I felt neither surprised nor threatened. Instead, there was something amusing about this situation. “What an honor.”

“Seems like you don’t miss me as much?”

I kept silent, hoping he would get the hint.

After a long, awkward pause, he continued, “I don’t have any motives. I just came here to check if you’re doing ok.”

your concern.

for the rest of my life. If not

beside his car. The rear window came down, revealing

White, the same old words. Don’t waste your life waiting for me. I have a great career and family; I’m happy with what I have.

slightest bit, huh? If you’re so loyal to him, why did you leave K City to come here? Scarlett, what exactly are

do I explain

it’s the opposite. I love him so much. But I need time to convince myself that I am worthy to stand beside such an outstanding man like him. Each time, I can’t help thinking that he deserves so much more than a person like

nothing to mask the hurt in his eyes. “No matter what you say, my words still hold true; I’ll wait for you. I pray that in our next life, I’ll be the one to meet you first. Whatever he can give

should have known he

desires that they overlook what they already have. I hope you give others

that you know I’m doing fine here, I think it’s time for you to return to K City. I’ve made it very clear that it’s just a matter of time before I reconcile with Ashton. This time around, we’ll bounce back stronger. So stop wasting your time on me. It’s

my ring finger, revealing the ring Ashton had put on me the previous night. Although the diamond lacked

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