9 The moment that thought crossed his mind , it was swiftly crushed by Julian . How could this be ? I loved him to the point of madness . Asking me to stop liking him was like asking me to stop breathing . I must be playing hard to get . With that thought , a cold glint entered his eyes . No matter what I did , he wouldnt love me . His life belonged to Olivia , and only Olivia . Realizing this , he pushed away his unsettling thoughts and focused on his bride , speaking solemnly . Olivia , whether in poverty or wealth , in health or sickness , I vow to take you as my wife and never leave you . In this life and the next , you will only ever be my wife . His heartfelt confession made Olivias eyes well up with tears , and she responded with deep affection , passionately kissing him . The wedding went off without a hitch . All the things Julian worried about never happened . The wedding crashing scenario he anticipated didnt occur , and his bride was perfectly fine throughout , showing no signs of discomfort . Even he received compliments from friends , saying he was more attentive today than ever before . But only Julian knew he wasnt truly focused on the wedding . There was a figure in his mind that kept surfacing , disrupting his thoughts . While Olivia rested in their room , Julian had his phone retrieved . The moment he saw the red exclamation point next to his message , he froze in place . All these years , no matter how 14:15 1.3 % < 9 Menu much I fought with him , I never blocked him . It looked like I really was playing hard to get this time . He rubbed his temples and dialed my number . The moment the call connected , he had his speech ready . Jane , you … Were sorry , but the number you have dialed is currently unavailable . Please try again later … BANG ! Julian slammed the phone down on the table . Alright , alright ! Jane , you really did it ! How dare you block me ! Julian decided to stop worrying about me ; after all , when the time came for him to pick me up , Id still come back obediently . Because I love him so much , even if hes married , I wouldnt be able to leave him . With that thought , Julians expression softened . He dialed another number . Find out where Jane has gone to . Once you find out , go take care of her . That night , after tucking Olivia into bed , Julians door was knocked on . Making sure Olivia remained asleep , he went to the study . But just as he closed the door , Olivia suddenly opened her eyes . In the study , Julians face turned grim . Say that again where did she go ? His assistant swallowed hard . We checked all the travel records in the city , but we couldnt find any trace of Ms. All her domestic identification has been canceled … We suspect she left 14:15 1.3 % < 9 the country … but we dont know where … Menu Sir , should we contact Ms. Smiths aunt ? After all , shes her niece … Julian was stunned into silence by the assistants barrage of information , a wave of anger spreading through him . He thought my courage only extended to blocking him , but now I was sneaking off abroad behind his back ! How dare I ! Sir … Seeing Julian remain silent , the assistant spoke again . Julian took a deep breath , suppressing his fury . Not for now . Keep searching . He refused to believe that I , so hopelessly in love with him , wouldnt return . In "She Returned, I Left" by CrushReel, a captivating romance unfolds against the backdrop of China. The novel follows the emotional journey of two lovers as they navigate the complexities of love, loss, and second chances. Exploring themes of redemption, fate, and the power of forgiveness, "She Returned, I Left" delves deep into the intricacies of human relationships. The characters are beautifully crafted, each with their own vulnerabilities and strengths that add layers of depth to the narrative. Set in the rich tapestry of China, the novel weaves together cultural nuances and traditions that enhance the storytelling experience. What sets "She Returned, I Left" apart is its ability to evoke raw emotions and resonate with readers on a profound level. With its richly drawn characters and compelling storyline, this ongoing romance novel is a must-read for those who appreciate nuanced storytelling. Available to read at CrushNovels, immerse yourself in this poignant tale that will linger in your heart long after you've turned the final page.