Chapter 179 Chapter 179 His sweet promises, considerate gestures, understanding nature, everything haunted me like demons. My unbearable pain flowed out of my eyes like tivo rivers of despair. I was unable to find my fault in this whole scenario.
I followed all the rules, stayed cautious, and tested rightâs intentions over and over again before letting my guard down. How could I even suspect from his loving atiqude that he would leave me after Jetting me taste love for the first time in my life.
After starving for years. â had finally experienced the race feeling of being with the right man who cherished you with all his heart, touching your soul. That deepârooted connection was nothing like people used to talk about a cliché romance novels.
Then how could I be the only one to feel it? Di Did Bright have no feelings for me Taking a deep breath, I raised my head and stared at the white ceiling for a long time, crying silently. My frozen brain picked up its services after the initial bare of shock as tears washed away my heartache. I refused to believe the obvious.
âNo, Bright wonât do this to me Even after watching that video, I wasnât ready to trust the media, 1 only needed to hear it from Bright that he didnât love me ever.
That was the only confirmation required to accept this harsh reality, ghosting me would never work for him. Call me a stupid or whatever you like. I always believed realâlife proof like I only accepted that Leo was cheating on me after catching him redâ
handed.
A sugge of determination usurped upon me as my stubborn nature came to action, gaining the upper hand over my anguish. I made silly excudes to feed my false hopes.
âBright ist smiling in the video. He canât be happy â
Well, it was indeed noticeable that in every picture and clip in the news, Bright was dead serious like someone had forced him to come to this party at gunpoint. Moreover, the years of weariness etched on his handsome countenance wasnât like the happiness of a groom. He should be on cloud nine to score something hig in his personal life.
Looking for more clues, I watched the video again like a detective and rubbed my misty eyes, clearing my cloudy vision. Seeking clarification helped me to gather my hroken pieces of soul. I postponed my mourning until the formal rejection.
After all, Bright must break up with me officially to give me closure!
Wiping my face, I picked up my cell phone to call him, although I didnât hear from him the whole week. His number was still powered off as the recorded message said, âThe number you have dialed isnât in serviceâ
Refusing to back out, I texted him over and over again, and even sent emails te his official account. The obsession to confront him overwhelmed me. I was planning to contact Brightâs assistant to inquire about his current whereabouts when the door of my study room was knocked, Mrs. Doris asked for my permission.
âMr. Leo is here to see you. Miss Laura Typing an email, I didnât think much and replied Seud Leo in. I will meet him.â
Shortly after that, Leo waltzed into my office. He wasnât laughing, but his Trold you glare said more than his words. He keenly observed my condition and dragged a chair to sit across the table.
âHave you heard about Brightâs engagement, Laura?â
Crossing his arms over his chest, he leaned back and said, âThe Lockwood familyâs heiress is an intelligent businesswoman. She is the me desired single lady in the whole townâ
Ignoring Leoâs sarcastic tone, I put on a brave face, not willing to give him mean satisfaction. I knew very well that the purpose of his surprise visit was The Black Swanâs Final Revenge Pirate The 99th Game Was Mine All Along 79.54 Chapter 179 79.54 Chapter 179 to relish my heartbreak And what a coincidence!
I wasnât completely broken yet!
Holding on to the fragile thread of trust, I spoke calmly.
Yes. I am aware. Itâs the scuttlebutt Leoâs solemn expressions didnât hide his malicious intent as he pursed his lips and spoke, revealing his true face in a graceful way.
âI hate to say it, but I warned you beforehand, Laura. Bright isnât a reliable ma He used you for his entertainment!â