The ache in Jillian's cheek never faded , a dull throb that kept her curled on the bed , staring blankly out the window . She didn't sleep a single minute that night . It was finally the day of Arthur and Delilah's wedding . The housekeepers had been bustling since dawn , handling every detail of the ceremony . Suddenly , footsteps echoed in the hall , and the door swung open . Arthur stepped in , dressed in a crisp white suit , moving slowly and deliberately . He caught sight of Jillian , huddled at the head of the bed , and something like regret flickered in his eyes before he sat down beside her . He reached out , trying to touch her cheek , but Jillian turned away , dodging his hand . Arthur didn't hesitate - he grabbed her and pulled her into his arms , holding her tightly . " Jill , don't blame me . Lilah was disfigured trying to save me . I couldn't just stand by and watch her die . " I know you're gentle and kind . Everything you've done lately - it's only because you're afraid of losing me . " I've already found the best plastic surgery team . After I marry Lilah , I'll take both of you abroad . " Whether it's you or Lilah , your faces will be restored . And once she's healed , I'll send her away . From then on , it'll just be you and me . " As Arthur finished , Jillian's phone buzzed from its spot on the nightstand . Arthur instinctively reached for it . " Who's messaging you so early ? " A moment later , he saw it was a notification from an airline . " An airline ? Where are you flying to ? " Before he could read more , Jillian snatched the phone from his hand . 08:21 Chapter 6 Her face was blank . " Must be a mistake . Arthur frowned , noticing it looked like an international flight . At that moment , Delilah appeared in the doorway , dressed in her wedding gown , impatiently calling out . " Artie , it's almost time . We need to get going . " Arthur let it go , trusting Jillian's explanation . After all , her foreign language skills were poor - every time she traveled abroad , he was always by her side . He released Jillian , pressing a gentle kiss to her forehead , lowering his voice so only she could hear . " Jill , even though I'm marrying someone else today , believe me - I love you , only you . Once I repay what I owe her , everything will go back to the way it was . Wait for me . " Delilah didn't hear his words . She just shot Jillian a triumphant look , as if she were the victor , then strutted away on Arthur's arm . Jillian gripped her phone tightly , watching them leave . Only then did she calmly raise her hand and wipe the spot where Arthur had kissed her . She didn't love him anymore . Picking up her phone , she saw the text confirming her passport application had been approved . Tanya had bought her an international ticket the moment it went through , sending her a message . " Jill , I've taken care of everything . I promise Arthur and Delilah will have a wedding they'll never forget . " Hurry home - your father and I are waiting . " Tears welled up as Jillian clutched her phone . She got up and quietly cracked the door open . With everyone distracted by the wedding , no one noticed as she slipped out , blending into the crowd Chapter 6 She hailed a cab straight to the airport . The moment she boarded the plane , she pulled out her phone , found Arthur's contact and blocked him without hesitation . " Arthur - I never want to see you again , " she thought to herself She didn't notice that , just before her phone powered off , dozens of calls came flooding in Chapter 7 288 Wouchers Chapter 7 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!