Chapter 12 " Final Farewell . " April 5 , 2024 . Carolyn rolled her eyes at me , holding up her phone as I pulled on my old fan shirt again . She grumbled , " The song was written for Ariana . Everyone online says it's their love anthem . Why are you so eager to torture yourself ? " Leaning my head against the car window , I propped my chin on my hand . " Tonight's award is the most prestigious in the industry . It's his moment , his recognition . There's no way I'm missing it . " And now that Ariana's his girlfriend , who else would he write love songs for ? He's not going to write one for me - the gold - digger who dumped him . " We were still a few kilometers from the awards venue when traffic ground to a halt . Watching the crowds swell outside , I realized we'd never make it in time . I told Carolyn I wanted to get out and walk . She got flustered . " Are you crazy ? It's three kilometers to the venue - that's at least a half - hour walk . I don't mind , but do you remember you're sick ? " I didn't give Carolyn a chance to object . I jumped out of the car . Rolling up my pant legs , I crouched like a sprinter at the starting line . " Not walking- running ! " Before she could react , I took off . There were fewer than twenty minutes until the ceremony started . Once I'm gone , I'll never be there for any of Raymond's big moments again . In these last hours , I wanted to seize every chance to witness his success . I left the gridlocked cars behind , Carolyn's anxious shouts fading in the distance . 0.00 % 21.16 Chapter 12 268 Vouchers The longer I ran , the more I felt my lungs burning . My body screamed at me to stop this madness . But I couldn't stop - not now . At last , I saw the event hall up ahead . Raymond's photo beamed down from a giant screen . Banners stretched across the entrance , " Timeless Romance ' Tops International Download Charts for Weeks " " Tech Genius's Ultimate Romantic Gesture for His Muse " . I checked the time . " I made it ... ' The boy I once knew , so full of ambition , had finally achieved his dream . A proud smile tugged at my lips . That's my boy . Carolyn finally caught up , doubled over and gasping for breath , hands braced on her knees . She caught me staring up at the poster and scoffed , " Please . That's so obviously photoshopped . " Watching my friend's childish attempt to defend me , I couldn't help but laugh and shake my head . Just then , music started playing outside the venue . " It was that familiar line . " The very first glance as you turned the corner , I saw your face , and beauty filled the air , It's then that I knew the world was full of wonder , My love for you is more than just your smile , I swear . " " Horrible song , " Carolyn muttered . I smiled . " No way , it's beautiful . " " Ugh ... you're hopeless . " " Come on , it's time . Let's go inside . " I took Carolyn's hand and started toward the entrance . 35.37 % 21:16 Chapter 12 288 Vouchers But as soon as I took a step , everything went black . I collapsed to the ground . When I woke up , I was lying in a hospital bed . The sharp smell of disinfectant made me want to gag . I didn't even make it to his last big moment ... Numb , I lay there as Carolyn turned on the TV and found the replay of the awards show . " A perfect match , " the host declared , describing Raymond and Ariana . Raymond and Ariana stood hand in hand on stage . " To receive this award tonight is a surprise , but there's someone I have to thank , " Raymond said . " I want to thank the woman who left me for money . Without her betrayal , I never would have met someone as wonderful as Aria . I love her so much . " Ariana blushed . The crowd roared with applause . I closed my eyes . " I'm so tired , Carol . I just want to sleep ... " I could feel my body reaching its limit . Carolyn didn't notice . When she left , she thoughtfully closed the door behind her . On a bright , sunny afternoon , I died . In the last scene of the video , Carolyn goes to the county clerk's office and cancels my ID herself . Stepping out of the office , she collapsed onto the sidewalk , sobbing uncontrollably , not caring about the stares from strangers . " What am I supposed to do now ? I'll never see Eve again . My best friend is gone ... " The recovery video named after Evelyn reached its final chapter . Carolyn sat in the audience , already in tears . 66.65 % Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!