Those words shattered my defenses completely . " It's always been you . " I mulled over the phrase , replaying it over and over in my mind , almost torturing myself with it . didn't know how far I walked before I finally leaned weakly against the corridor railing , my gaze hollow and numb . Leo's heart was occupied by Melody , leaving no room for me . A bitter smile crossed my face as a decision took root in my heart . Perhaps it was best to let go - to free both of us and give him and Melody their chance . At that moment , my phone rang . It was Leo . My hand trembled , and I hung up immediately . A text message soon followed . Where did you go ? ooking around , I realized I had unconsciously wandered almost to the restaurant's entrance . I ignored the message , pretending not to see it . I didn't want to ace him right now . in the other side , Leo frowned at the unanswered message . ate that night , the sound of the door opening echoed through the apartment . I , sitting on the couch , turned my head to see Leo entering , tugging off his tie . Ou yes met , and the atmosphere turned tense . eo's expression was unreadable as he asked casually , " Why aren't you asleep ? " looked away , my emotions already under control . I replied as if nothing had happened , " Couldn't sleep , just watching some TV . " eo moved to sit across from me , hesitated , then said , " I ran into Melody at the restaurant today . I didn't expect her to be back . " Was that … an explanation ? urprised , I looked up , a faint trace of hope and uncertainty in my eyes . ut then Leo added , " There's nothing between us anymore . Don't go bothering her . " His tone carried a clear warning . froze , feeling an indescribable sting after the absurdity of it all . My eyes reddened , and I asked , barely controlling my voice , " If … if she'd returned three honths ago , would you have still married me ? " eo glanced at me , only saying , " We're already married . " Married . Such a close yet distant term . ven up to now , I never asked the question that lingered in my heart - Leo , did you ever feel anything for me , even a little ? Watching Leo's retreating figure , I felt an inexplicable weariness . That night , my sleep was restless . In one moment , I saw the decisive silhouette of Leo during our last divorce . In another , I saw my parents pulling Melody into the spotlight , branding her as a mistress , while Leo's eyes darkened with helplessness . When I awoke , Leo was already gone . I gathered myself , put on makeup , and prepared for work . Reed Corporation , Secretarial Department . I was handing over my duties to Peter when my colleague and friend Emilia stared in shock . " What's going on ? Are you leaving ? Why are you transferring your work ? You've worked here for five years and were about to get promoted . Why are you leaving now I gave a helpless smile and replied with the excuse I had prepared . Tm not leaving . I'm just transferring because …. I'm pregnant . " " Pregnant When did you even get married , and who did you marry ?! " Emilia's eyes nearly popped out of her head at this bombshell . Three months ago . 1 only answered the first question I knew even at the time of divorce , hardly anyone in the company would know . For Lea , work and personal life were strictly separate . Emilia was stunned . " That's way too fast ! You never mentioned it before . Do you two even love each other ? Marriage without love is like a house of cards ; it'll collapse at the slightest gust of wind " I could only respond . Tm pregnant So what if you're pregnant ? You can still get rid of it, right ? Who says you have to keep it ? Marriage is a lifelong commitment . If you stay with someone you don't love , it'll only lead to resentment or divorce . What difference does it make ? froze , a sour feeling welling up in my chest . Emilia's words struck a deep chord ust then , Peter called Laura, could you come to HR ? The new assistant is here for an interview , and they need you to oversee it . " Okay . " hung up and went to the interview room The door opened , and as I looked up , a familiar figure in a white dress entered my vie Melody smiled warmly , " Hello , interviewers . " Melody exuded confidence and poise , her voire dear and annua leaned forward slightly , glancing at the resume on Peney's dock Mellody's rem me was devout of any work experience , instead listing an array of artistic kills - dancing , piano , painting rowning , I turned and whispered to Peter . " This candidate has then rellevare experience nor the right qualifications Shouldn't she have been screened out n the first round ? " eter shook his head . 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