The Returning Ex

Ian leaned back against the sofa. “Why did you come today? This is the only day I’m free. I’ve still got something to do tomorrow, so I can’t keep you company.”

Aurora nodded. “I’m actually not here for anything specific. It’s just that I haven’t seen you in a long time, so I wanted to come and see you.” Her hands were crossed on her lap, and she subconsciously rubbed them. “I just wanted to come and see whether you’re doing okay.”

Dropping her gaze, Cindy glanced at her action. Her intuition told her that Aurora had something to say, so she stood up. “Would you like some fruits? I’ll wash some fruits for you.” Without waiting for her response, she spun around and went to the kitchen. There were indeed fruits on the kitchen counter, but she didn’t take any, merely leaning against the counter with her arms crossed.

Meanwhile, Aurora breathed a sigh of relief upon seeing that Cindy had left. Straightening, she remarked, “I broke up with him.”

Ian wasn’t at all surprised. “Well, it’s normal to break up if a couple can’t get along.”

licked her lips. “He’s a decent man, but we have different goals, so both

left off by inquiring what

only say it herself. “Our opinions differ. He wants us to stay in that small place and live a steady life, but I’m not resigned to that. I still want to try my

it seems that she came and looked for me because she wants to use my fame to make a comeback. He gave a bark

so there’s still some affection there. I know you blame me for abandoning you back then, making your life difficult in the past, but my

and stopped her. “Let’s not talk about this anymore. It’s already in the past, so there’s no use even if you bring it up now.” Then, he got to his feet. “I’m aware of some things even if you don’t say anything, and I think you should also understand the things that I’m not saying. We haven’t had much contact all these years, so I don’t think anyone would believe that we hold any affection toward each other. Therefore, let’s not talk about it. I initially wanted to go and visit you, but it was pushed back due to my busy schedule. On second thought, I think it was a good

“Ian, what are you saying? If you don’t want to help me, just say so. Do you have to say such