Chapter 2 I was just arriving home when a message popped up asking me to deliver documents to the Sovereign Club . Without hesitation , I turned around and ordered a rideshare through my companys expense app . Adult evenings rarely belong to oneself . When not dedicated to love , theyre mostly consumed by unpleasant work obligations . Stepping out into the biting wind , I looked around . Id heard of the Sovereign Club a place frequented by the extraordinary . My boss could only access this hidden courtyard mansion thanks to connections with their executives . Through the vermillion doors , flanked by suited attendants , I stated my purpose and was respectfully guided inside . As expected , after delivering the documents , I put on my practiced smile and graciously made the rounds with drinks . Usually , document delivery doesnt require my personal attention . But these business dinners always need a pretty face for decoration . Sullivan , this is Emma from our tech department . Shell explain everything true professional ! * When our business partners fingers brushed my hand, I lowered my glass and discreetly pulled away . Often , I couldnt outright refuse , even if it meant enduring certain gazes . After several drinks , I excused myself for fresh air . Around a corridor , a door stood ajar , its brass handle gleaming coldly , ornate carvings on the frame flickering in the night . I glanced briefly , about to look away , when a voice carried from inside . Its hilarious Emma thinks Alex wont marry her because hes poor ? Ill give her credit for being sincere . 06:34 Seven Your Chapter 2 I checked with my banking contact . She withdrew all her savings just $ 195,460 for a down payment on what she thinks will be their marriage home . A hundred grand ? That barely buys a bathroom these days . I stopped , incredulous , moving closer to listen . But seriously , whats with your shabby clothes ? Weve all been abroad , and youre still playing poor ? I recalled Alexs outfit this morning a $ 200 down jacket , $ 50 pants from Amazon , and the Balenciaga Triple S sneakers Id tracked down through resellers . Looking down at myself , nothing I wore cost over $ 200 . Thinking I must have misheard , I reached for my phone to make a call . Then I saw someone inside lean forward to open a bottle on the table . The movement revealed his full profile and attire . My fingers clutched my clothes until my knuckles went white . I stared at the scene before me , wanting to speak but finding my throat frozen by the winter air . Alex glanced at the man whod been speaking : I have my reasons . Stay out of it . Come on , what reasons take five years ? Wasnt this just supposed to be a game ? Dont tell me you actually fell for Cinderella ? Alexs hand paused while lighting a cigarette , then he smirked : What are you talking about ? Even if you care for her , you cant possibly marry her . My advice ? End it now , dont waste her time . Let her find someone suitable . Harrison- Alex exhaled smoke , giving him a lazy look , you talk too much . Hah , Harrison smirked , You barely talk , but next time you make me download Temu at midnight for your Cinderella , Ill come for you first . A bespectacled young man raised his hand politely : Actually , I think Temu is quite good . My VIP status is maxed out ! Everyone ignored him as Harrison continued : When are you planning to tell her ? Alex paused : On my engagement day . 06:34 Seven Years of Love . Seven Minutes 19.5 % Chapter 2 Is it settled with the Montgomery family ? Yes . How will you handle it ? This is unethical . He doesnt need to explain Alex should just disappear . Someone like Emma would never naturally cross paths with our circle . Give her some money when its over . She spent five years with you , after all . These words crashed into my mind like they were from another universe . I watched Alex , desperately hoping he would say something different . That I was different that I was Alexs girlfriend of five years , legitimate and real . But he didnt . He offered no defense , said nothing more . I stood frozen by the door , feeling the cold wind penetrate my bones . Through the cigarette smoke , I tried to read his impassive face . Like the bare crabapple tree outside , weighted down by winter snow , unable to straighten its back no matter how hard it tried . Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!