Chapter 35 The wind swept through Lindas hair , carrying it toward Ivan . Maybe I did love her , Ivan said , his voice heavy with remorse . When I first met her , she reminded me so much of you from before . But later , I realized you were nothing alike . I knew I should have let go sooner , but I just couldnt . Linda , my love for you it was never fake . Never a lle . Linda exhaled silently , her voice soft as she replied , I understand . The two figures on the bridge stood side by side for a long time . Long enough for the wind to strip away the pain in Ivans eyes . Long enough for his shattered gaze to transform into acceptance . He summoned the last ounce of strength from within his chest . Linda , you should keep going . Ill stop here . Linda kept her head lowered . She turned and walked away without looking back . Each step she took felt slow and heavy . Her scarf had grown damp , but she stubbornly stayed silent . One step , two steps , three steps …. Ivan watched as Linda became smaller and smaller in his view until she finally disappeared entirely . He closed his eyes , shutting out all his hesitation and lingering attachment . The river wind brushed against his cheeks , carrying away the last traces of Lindas presence and with it , all his doubts . Climbing over the railing , he plunged like a wounded bird into the icy water below , his descent tracing a sorrowful arc . The water erupted in ripples , then quickly calmed , leaving only faint circles spreading outward . Forsaken by First Love , Im Back As A Billionaire Heiress Moonlight filtered through the surface , casting a faint glow on Ivans sinking figure . He watched as the light grew dimmer and more distant , surrendering himself to the pull of the cold depths . As the last glimmer of light vanished , he slowly closed his eyes . He had lost his moon and now buried himself within its light . In the darkness , he thought he heard a voice . A faint , foggy voice , distant and veiled . said , Characters in novels they dont have real feelings . Theyre just puppets manipulated by the plot . No matter how much they love , how deep can that love really go ? Characters . Puppets … What did that mean ? Scenes flashed before Ivans eyes , accompanied by a cacophony of voices : Wouldnt the male lead of a novel fall for someone else ? Sure , he got his white moonlight , but what does that matter ? If someone like her appeared , but younger , hed fall for her too . Isnt it just a mans nature to have wandering eyes , no matter how much they have ? Novel male leads are no exception . Hed want both , obviously . He loves the heroine , of course he does . Hes loved her for so , so long . Suddenly not loving her anymore ? Thatd be too abrupt . He loves her and he can lie to her too . Each word overlapped with everything Ivan had experienced with Linda , with Katherine . In the ongoing romance novel "CEO's Twins Want Mommy Back" by CrushReel, Cassandra finds herself in a seemingly perfect marriage with a loving husband and adorable stepchildren. However, her troubled past looms large, raising questions about the true stability of her newfound family. As she navigates the complexities of blending her past and present, Cassandra must confront the shadows that threaten to disrupt her blissful facade. What secrets lie beneath the surface, and how will she protect her newfound happiness from the ghosts of her past? This modern tale delves into themes of redemption, family dynamics, and the intricate balance between love and secrets. The unique blend of billionaire romance and office drama adds layers of intrigue to Cassandra's journey as she strives to keep her personal life from unraveling. With a compelling narrative that intertwines sweet romance with contemporary challenges, "CEO's Twins Want Mommy Back" stands out as a must-read for fans of heartfelt stories set against the backdrop of corporate intrigue. Experience the emotional rollercoaster of Cassandra's quest for love and acceptance in this captivating novel. Available to read online at CrushReel, immerse yourself in a world where past mistakes collide with present desires, promising a gripping narrative that will leave readers yearning for more.