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Chapter 1

I threw the wedding invitations that had Victoria Cademere's name printed on them into the trash before heading to my usual salon.The hairstylist hesitated as she held the scissors, repeatedly asking me if I was sure that I wanted to cut my hair short.It had taken me four years to grow my hair out until the tips reached my waist. I only did so because Travis Somerson had once promised to marry me when my hair reached my waist.My hair had finally reached my waist.Travis had also stuck to his word and was about to marry me.However, I didn't want to keep my long hair anymore.I was just about to nod and give the hairstylist the green light when my phone started ringing.Travis was video-calling me.His voice echoed from the receiver the moment the call connected. "Where are you?"I didn't answer him.Meanwhile, Travis could see the hairstylist standing behind me, as well as the pair of scissors she was holding. He frowned and asked, "You're cutting your hair?"I nodded.T

Chapter 2

"Victoria's car malfunctioned. I gave her a ride because we were going the same way," Travis explained.I rubbed my nose and said, "I see. Her perfume smells quite nice."We spent the rest of the car ride in silence.When we made it to the restaurant, Travis showed no signs of getting out of the car. Instead, he turned to look at me with a frown. "Why didn't you criticize Victoria this time? I thought you hated her."I arched my brow.Travis wasn't wrong. If I behaved like how I did in the past, I would have sought Victoria out and berated her until she was in tears. I would have then demanded that Travis fire her.However, I had no desire to do such things this time. I also didn't feel the need to trouble myself."Let's eat. I want to turn in early tonight after dinner. I'm exhausted."I got out of the car and strode into the restaurant.Travis trailed behind me. His lips curled up into a smile again after we took our seats. He told me in a mysterious tone that he had a surpr

Chapter 3

Unfortunately for Travis, I had no desire to open the wedding invitation."Aren't you going to take a look?" Travis asked in disbelief.I shook my head while wearing an indifferent expression.Earlier, right after I finished eating dinner, I noticed that Victoria had posted a new update on her social media account.She had posted a photo of the new wedding invitation. The groom's name was Travis Somerson. Meanwhile, she intentionally censored the bride's name. Only the last name "Somerson" was vaguely visible while the first name was blurred out.The caption read, "I love the new design. Do you?"I tried to usher Travis out of the restaurant. It was already past the restaurant's closing hours, and we were the only ones left in the building.However, Travis remained stubbornly rooted to the spot. He picked up the wedding invitation and offered it to me.I knew that he was waiting for me to coax him after I looked at it.I had no desire to look at the invitation, so I lifted my

Chapter 4

I looked up at the sky. It was a different color from the sky of the city that I had just left.I decided to switch off my phone, blocking out all my troublesome thoughts.In the past, no matter how big of an argument Travis and I got into, I would never go radio silent.Travis was allowed to ignore my calls and messages, but I had to pick up his calls and reply to his messages within seconds.It was the first time I had ignored his message. I knew that he would get angry, but I still decided to switch off my phone.I ended up staying abroad for a week. I only realized how free the wind felt after I left Travis.I would update my social media account every time I touched down in a new place.Travis liked all of my posts, but he never left any comments.I ended my solo vacation a week later.I spotted Travis the moment I disembarked from the plane. He was cradling a massive bouquet of fresh flowers in his arms, making him stand out among the crowd.We spent the ride home in si

Chapter 5

Travis seemed surprised by my lack of enthusiasm. He took my hand and led me toward the jewelry sets, helping me try them on, one after the other.His eyes lit up when I tried on the fourth set of jewelry. "This set looks good on you! It totally matches your style."Brandon chuckled and said, "You sure are a big fan of ruby necklaces. You had the same awed look on your face when Victoria tried on a ruby necklace too."The air turned awkward the moment the words left his lips.I took the necklace off and carefully placed it back in the display case."I need to talk to you in private, Travis," I said before turning around and heading back to my room.Travis trailed after me as he rushed to explain himself. "Let me explain, Harper. Victoria mentioned wanting to buy some jewelry for herself and asked me to recommend a store to her. That's why I told her about Brandon's store."Coincidentally, I was also there when she decided to drop by. We just happened to run into each other becau

Chapter 6

Travis stared at me in disbelief, as though his ears were playing tricks on him."Are you sure, Harper?" he asked."Yes," I replied.His voice was still colored with disbelief when he asked, "Are you sure you don't want to marry me?""I'm sure."The impatience in my voice sent Travis into a fit of rage.A vein pulsed in his forehead as he pointed an accusing finger at me. "Weren't you the one who was desperate to marry me, Harper? You even told me that your mother's dying wish was for you to marry me. What are you playing at this time?"It really seems that the older you get, the more cunning you become. How did I never notice how scheming you are?"Travis finally realized that I wasn't joking when he saw me carrying my belongings out of the room.Unfortunately for him, he had misremembered Mom's dying wish. Instead of marrying him, her actual wish was for me to be happy."I spent so much time decorating the house, Harper. How am I going to explain to my family and everyone e

Chapter 7

I checked myself into a hotel with a mountain view, deciding to look for a job after I had gotten some rest.I used to be a lawyer, but I quit my job after I got together with Travis. He told me that he didn't like that I was working, and that he could provide for me.I realized how much of a fool I had been as I sifted through my memories. I had loved him so much that I ended up losing myself in the process.I submitted my résumé to various law firms. It didn't take long for someone to get back to me.After I had an online interview, the other party expressed their admiration for me and extended an offer for me to join their firm next week.Before joining the law firm, I began searching for the parts of myself that I had lost while also enjoying the scenery of my surroundings.It felt amazing not having to worry about preparing Travis' meals and keeping a close eye on his health and condition. I also didn't have to consider his needs or deal with his moods anymore.I had no ide

Chapter 8

I had no choice but to remind Travis that we had already broken up."It's over between us, Travis," I said. "Stop interfering with my life. If you keep this up, I'm going to call the police on you."However, Travis didn't believe that I was being serious and just shook my arm from side to side.I couldn't free my wrist from his grip no matter how hard I tried."I've learned my lesson, Harper. You can stop causing a fuss now, okay?"Travis tried to hug me, but I quickly stepped aside, dodging it. Unfortunately, he still had a death grip on my wrist."Let go of me, Travis!" I shouted.My wrist was starting to ache from how much force he was exerting. In a fit of rage, I raised my other hand and delivered a hard slap across his face."Let go, Travis! We can never go back to how things used to be. I don't love you anymore!"Travis yanked me into his embrace, saying, "I know that I hurt you deeply this time, Harper. I swear that I'll never do it again! Please don't say that you don

Chapter 9

Dad was being utterly unreasonable. I couldn't help myself and shouted, "My relationship with Travis is over, Dad! There's no way that I'll marry him!""That's not up to you," Dad retorted with a smug smile.I followed Dad's line of sight and turned around, coming face-to-face with Travis.I immediately understood what was going on. I glared at Travis and maintained my distance from him. I waved my phone and said, "I'm going to call the police if you try to pull the same stunt again, Travis."I had just tapped on a button when my phone was snatched away from me from behind.Dad switched off my phone before smiling at Travis and saying, "Feel free to stay here, Travis. I'll make sure that the doors are locked tightly. No one will be able to enter or leave the premises."I'll deliver three meals to the two of you every day. All you have to do is work hard to fulfill my and Harper's mother's wishes by giving me a grandchild as soon as possible!"Dad closed the door and locked it

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