"Happy New Year! How have you been lately?"

Russell's voice carried a hint of laughter.

Aveline replied, "Pretty good. I found my biological parents and have returned to Labor City."

"I saw the news, but I haven't had a chance to congratulate you yet." Russell's tone surprisingly carried a note of loneliness.

Aveline lowered her gaze, unsure of what to say. Their relationship was just a thin layer of unspoken feelings away from changing everything. Once that layer was pierced, nothing would be the same. They both paused, the silence stretching between them.

"I'm going abroad."

After a long moment, Russell's voice finally broke the silence.

Aveline was taken aback. "Why the sudden decision to go abroad?"

"I'm sorry."

But instead of answering her question, Russell offered an apology.

apology

opened her mouth but couldn't

help you before. I also regret causing you some trouble later," he continued, skillfully

you've chosen to go

Russell

for her... perhaps she

be able to attend your wedding, so don't bother

to board his flight.

response,

glanced at her phone, feeling a mix of confusion and shock as memories of Russell surfaced in her

felt like

you thinking

Lucas's deep, magnetic voice broke through. He walked over, sat beside her, and wrapped her in his arms. Fresh from exercising and showering, he

against him, Aveline said, "Russell just called

expression darkened. "He even has the nerve to call

saying goodbye. He's

for his return,

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255