Chapter 517: Chapter 517



“Katherine, I’m sorry!” Shawn hurried after her, blocking her path and gripping her shoulders firmly. “I didn’t realize you were Keyla at first. I thought about telling you the truth, but I feared it would make you angry. Katherine, I am truly sorry!”

“Your apologies change nothing. I can’t bear to look at you right now.”

Dazed, Shawn loosened his hold, and as Katherine began to walk away, she suddenly noticed Lily standing at the corner. The situation was agonizing. Lily’s innocent expression made Katherine feel like the other woman.

“Katherine, is something wrong?”

“Nothing.” Katherine paused. “I’m sorry.”

“Why are you apologizing?” Lily looked puzzled.

Unable to articulate her feelings, Katherine glanced toward Shawn in the distance before walking away, head down. Sensing the tension between Katherine and Shawn, Lily chose not to inquire further. Knowing sometimes ignorance was bliss, she acted as though nothing was wrong.

G a lno ve ls . com is where the magic begins “Shawn, let’s head back before our meal cools off.”

She reached for Shawn’s arm, but he pulled away gently.

“Lily, I’m sorry.”

With a forced smile, Lily responded, “Why does everyone keep apologizing to me today? I’ve been ready all along.”

Shawn averted his eyes. “I still have feelings for her.”

“But she doesn’t feel the same about you.”

“I know, yet I can’t seem to let go.”

Lily’s smile grew strained as emotion tightened her throat.

“I’ll do everything I can to win your heart, Shawn.”

“It’s no use.”

Shawn hugged her politely and with restraint.

“You deserve better. I truly wish you happiness.”

He then patted Lily’s head, the same way he did with Joelle.

Tears escaped Lily’s eyes despite her best efforts. She quickly processed her mix of grief, sadness, and reluctance. She loved him, but he had no feelings for her. Both Lily and Shawn were suffering.

“Shawn, I wish you happiness too.” Lily straightened, leaving with a stiff posture, wiping her tears with the back of her hand.

Back at the hospital room, Shawn attempted to call Katherine, but she continued to hang up. Assuming his Frankie persona, Shawn sent a detailed message explaining the situation, but it went unanswered, like a stone sinking into the ocean.

Katherine was indeed upset. Shawn’s worst fear had come true.

Without hesitation, Shawn grabbed his coat and headed to Katherine’s apartment to wait for her. However, Katherine had been staying at her parents’ house.

“I’m back.” Upon her return, Katherine entered looking weary.

Agate inquired, “How’s Shawn?”

“He’s fine.”

“That’s a relief. That poor boy had it tough since he was little.” Katherine walked by Agate, showing little interest.

As she left, Agate called out, “Hey, who is Shawn interested in?”

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