The Runaway Groom
"Over the years, exploring art and education abroad often left me feeling an unspoken disconnect. There's no right or wrong in culture. I simply believe the path I chose back then suited me better. If you cried to get into this school, you'd better finish it—even if you're crying the whole time."
Laughter erupted.
I smiled and concluded, "One last piece of advice—when you're at life's crossroads, listen to your heart's truest voice."
Applause followed as I stepped off the stage.
In the hallway, Gaius rushed out to block my way.
"You're lying," he said, his voice firm. "You gave up studying abroad for me."
I looked at him, not cold but distant. "At first, I thought so, too. Later, I realized