His Regret Began When I Abandoned Him のすべてのチャプター: チャプター 31 - チャプター 40

Night slowly descended, bringing the glow of city lights reflected on the glass walls of the building where the party was being held. The hotel ballroom was filled with guests dressed neatly, accompanied by a faint scent of perfume. Soft music flowed through the air, not too loud, just enough to ease the atmosphere.Calvin arrived with Samantha. Both of them wore matching outfits—black with silver accents. From the outside, they looked harmonious. Samantha smiled widely, greeting people she knew, while Calvin walked beside her with a flat expression.“My boss will surely be pleased to see us arriving on time,” Samantha said while fixing her hair.“Hm,” Calvin replied briefly.Samantha did not mind his attitude. She was already used to it. As soon as they entered, she was immediately greeted by several colleagues.“Samantha! You finally came,” a woman exclaimed. “Your partner is handsome.”Samantha chuckled softly. “Thank you.”Calvin nodded politely, then unconsciously scanned the roo

Chapter 34The atmosphere of the party began to change as the night grew late. The music was still playing, but some guests had started to say their goodbyes. In a corner of the ballroom, Calvin stood with his body slightly swaying, one hand bracing against the table.Samantha approached, her expression clearly irritated. “Calvin, you’re really out of line. You’ve drunk too much.”Calvin turned his head, his eyes half-closed. “I’m fine,” he replied indistinctly.“No,” Samantha argued. “You can barely even stand.”She glanced around. “I can’t leave yet. I still have to accompany my boss.”Calvin let out a short laugh. “So?”Samantha exhaled, then pulled out her phone. “I’m calling your assistant.”A few steps away, Camelia witnessed the scene unintentionally. She meant to turn away and return to Juna, but Calvin’s unsteady steps made her stop.“This is ridiculous,” Samantha muttered as she made the call. “Come here now. Mr. Calvin is drunk.”Camelia stared at Calvin’s back. There was a

Chapter 36Inside the taxi, Camelia sat clutching her bag tightly. The streetlights shimmered beyond the window, flashing past without meaning. Her tears kept falling, no matter how many times she tried to wipe them away.“Stupid,” she murmured softly.The driver glanced at her through the rearview mirror. “Are you all right, Miss?”Camelia quickly shook her head. “I’m fine, Sir. Just drive.”She turned to the window, holding back her sobs. Calvin’s words kept echoing in her mind.I love you.Camelia closed her eyes, trying to push them away. “No,” she whispered to herself. “Don’t get too happy.”She let out a long breath. “He was drunk.”Her thoughts raced. Calvin had drunk a lot that night. It was possible he was not aware. It was possible he thought the person with him was Samantha.“That must be it,” she said softly, trying to convince herself. “Calvin has always loved Samantha.”The taxi stopped in front of her apartment. Camelia paid, then got out with weary steps. Once inside h

Chapter 38Inside the taxi, Camelia sat frozen. Her hand unconsciously gripped the edge of her clothes. She stared out the window, but she was not truly seeing anything.Daven was asleep on her lap, his head resting against Camelia’s chest. The child’s breathing was soft and weak. Camelia gently stroked his hair.“Good thing you’re asleep,” she whispered softly.If Daven were still awake, she might not be able to hold back her emotions.Calvin’s words from earlier kept echoing in her mind.Doctor Sam will not treat anyone without my approval.Camelia clenched her jaw. “Unbelievable,” she murmured quietly.The driver glanced through the rearview mirror. “Miss?”“It’s nothing,” Camelia replied quickly.She lowered her head, hugging Daven more tightly.How am I supposed to cure you? she thought. If only Doctor Sam can...But she immediately dismissed that thought.“No,” she whispered. “There must be another doctor.”She closed her eyes for a moment, trying to think clearly.“Calvin think

Chapter 40The club doors opened, and the music slammed into Calvin’s ears as he stepped inside. The lights glowed, people laughed, glasses clinked. The atmosphere was lively, as if there had never been any problems in this world.Calvin headed straight to the bar.“Whisky,” he said shortly.The bartender recognized him. “The usual, Sir?”“Yes. Just pour it.”The first glass was empty in one gulp. The hot liquid slid down his throat, leaving a burning sensation that, strangely, felt calming.Calvin rested his elbow on the bar counter. His eyes were blank, staring toward the stage without really seeing.He tried to recall what had happened a few hours ago.Camelia’s tears.That was what made him stop.“Damn,” he muttered.The bartender glanced at him. “Another one?”“Pour it.”The second glass arrived.Calvin swirled the amber liquid before drinking it slowly. He felt his head grow slightly light, yet his thoughts became even noisier.What is this, really?He hated Camelia for leaving.