Chapter 13 Chapter 13 Alex reached out to me casually , as if Id just returned from a routine vacation . Still angry ? Can we reconcile ? I frowned , staring at him motionlessly . I was wrong about this . I apologize . He habitually squeezed my fingers , and my eyes slowly traced down his hands . Initially , I had so many questions why me , why five years . But then I realized many questions were meaningless now . Alex , weve been over for a long time . I already set you free . You dont need to pretend anymore , dont need to worry about disappearing gracefully . Though I could no longer distinguish where your pretense ended and sincerity began . I never agreed to your decision … Your agreement wasnt needed , just like I never agreed to you entering my life that way ! Time heals wounds , but it needs so much time . One year one year of sleepless nights wasnt enough to fade these scars . Please dont seek me out anymore . Im begging you . I stepped backward . This is the most dignified ending for us . What if- he stepped closer , gently wiping tears from my eyes , I refuse to accept that ? I hadnt considered this possibility , so I scrambled for a response . He suddenly laughed silently , covering my anxious , darting eyes with his hand : Dont be afraid . I wont do that to you . But Emma , you still owe me one wish , if youre willing . I promise you , between us … Chapter 13 He couldnt finish , couldnt speak words of final separation . I should have expected this step , but kept delaying , hoping to find another way out . Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!