Summer froze. "Mr. Lucas... which one? Was it Ben's father?" she wondered.

After all, when Ben decided to go after her, no one could stop him, not even his own father.

"Which Mr. Lucas?" Summer asked, needing clarity.

The man in front of her looked at her incredulously, as though her confusion was ridiculous. "Do you really need us to spell it out for you? You know perfectly well who you crossed."

Who else could it be but Ben?

Taking a deep breath, Summer braced herself. She couldn't understand why Ben, known for his ruthless determination, would suddenly change his mind. Why would he repay her actions with forgiveness? Curious and desperate for answers, she sought him out.

When she found him, Ben was with Jamie. The two of them looked utterly happy, their connection unmistakable. Summer felt a pang of emotion as she watched them, but before she could dwell on it, Jamie stepped forward to meet her. Seeing Jamie up close left Summer momentarily stunned. How long had it been?

like nurturing a flower" came to mind. She

was hoarse as she asked. "Were you the one

him. She knew him to be someone who always paid back grievances in full.

still cared about what happened.

pierced Summer's heart

loving Ben, chasing after him, trying everything to earn his affection. But in the end, she was left

her lips. "Thank you for reminding me," Summer said,

as she tried to

for her,

next words. "Your family won't

on people who don't

breathing grew heavier. She opened her mouth to respond

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