Chapter 1 When you graduate , well get married . I believed him . So I pushed myself to the limit , taking extra courses and trying to graduate early , Until one night , I stayed up studying too late and missed the dorm curfew , I went to the bar to find him . And by accident , I overheard his conversation with his friends . James Anderson , is your girlfriend Laura Parker really that wild ? Of course . Who else but me trained her ? What about Lily Young ? James exhaled a puff of smoke , his gaze soft and tender . Shes different . Shes pure . At that moment , I began to hate him . When I returned to campus , I called my professor Howard without hesitation . That secret project you mentioned I want in . From now on , my life belongs only to my country . Professor , about the Spark Project you mentioned earlier I want in . The professor paused , clearly surprised . Are you sure? Once you join the Spark Project , you wont be able to contact the outside world for at least five years . Didnt you refuse last time ? You said you were going to marry your boyfriend after graduation . I stood before the mirror , running my fingers over the countless marks on my skin reminders of past intimacy . My lips curled into a bitter smile . Not anymore . From now on , I dedicate myself to my country . 18:43 0.0 % Dating Two Years : He Still Wants The Innem Chapter 1 Seeing my unwavering determination , the professor sighed but didnt try to dissuade me further . The transport to the base leaves in three days . Take this time to properly say goodbye to your boyfriend . After all , you two are engaged . 1 hummed in response , lowering my gaze to the engagement ring on my finger . My eyes burned . We were engaged . Lost in thought , my phone suddenly buzzed . It was a message from James . Why arent you replying ? Come out and keep me company . The address he sent … was the same bar from earlier . I didnt rush to respond . Instead , I opened my laptop and double checked my application form . Only after confirming everything was in order did I leave to meet him . Why are you so late ? James lounged lazily on the sofa , displeased with my tardiness . No taxis . Had to wait a while . I made up an excuse , intending to sit beside him . But before I could , he grabbed my waist and smirked . Thats not your seat . His words flipped a switch in the room , triggering laughter from the others . Yeah , Laura , thats not your spot . One of Jamess childhood friends spoke first , his tone full of amusement . How could you sit on the sofa ? You should be sitting on Jamess lap . The others chimed in , their voices dripping with teasing . Exactly ! Look , all our girls are sitting in our laps . I lifted my gaze , taking in the scene . 3.1 % Chapter 1 They were right . Every man in the room had a woman in his arms women in revealing outfits , their bodies draped over them with practiced ease . My heart plummeted . I recognized those women . They were well known socialites of the bar . And I … was Jamess fiancée . At least , in name . My fingers brushed against the engagement ring on my hand . I turned to look at James , waiting for him to say something . But he didnt even glance at me . Instead , he idly swirled his drink , as if oblivious to the mockery in the air . Only when the room fell into complete silence did he finally stretch out a hand toward me , offering the most perfunctory reassurance . Theyre just joking . Dont take it to heart . When I didnt respond , he sighed and finally put on a show of mild irritation , half heartedly scolding his friends before pulling me down beside him . Alright , dont be mad . Next time , Ill tell them to watch what they say . The atmosphere quickly returned to its usual liveliness . I leaned against James , mind already formulating how to break up with him . Then , the bars doors swung open . A woman in a white dress walked in . In an instant , every man in the room shoved the women off their laps , scrambling to straighten their clothes . James included . He pushed me aside and strode over to her , gently covering her eyes with his hand . His voice was as soft Chill Wants The Innere17 6.2 % Chapter 1 as the night breeze . Lily , be good . Let us clean up first . Then , he shot a glance at the others , his expression carrying an unspoken warning . Well ? Hurry up and get these people out of here . Dont dirty Lilys eyes . At his words , the room erupted into action . People rushed to open windows , ushering the women away . Someone even thoughtfully switched on the white ceiling lights , brightening the entire private room yet failing to illuminate the darkness in my heart . So this is how James acts when he truly cares about someone . Suddenly , I had no desire to stay any longer . I stood up and walked toward the exit . The abrupt movement startled the others , and someone quickly reminded James . James , your fiancée is still here . James frowned , responding instinctively . So what ? Its not like- Mid sentence , he seemed to catch himself . He withdrew his hand from Lilys eyes , masking his reaction with a casual explanation . Lily is innocent . Shes not like you . I laughed softly , though bitterness curled at the edges of my smile . He had forgotten Lily was actually a year older than me . But because I didnt matter to him , my feelings were irrelevant . I stepped past them , ready to leave . Yet Lily suddenly blocked my path , her voice delicate and hesitant . Laura , dont be upset . I came to return something . Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!