I glanced at Aiden— who was shaking his head — his green eyes pleading with me.
Despite everything. I did what was familiar — choosing what I knew.
Fer was all I knew.
I collected the papers and signed them.
Fer tackled me into a hug and the sound of footsteps — Aiden’s loud footsteps as he stormed out shattered my heart.
“You made the right decision,” Fer whispered when I tried to leave, his hand wrapped around my wrist, stopping me.
For the first time, it didn’t feel right.
I removed his hand, tears stinging my eyes as I wondered how far Aiden was.
I turned, racing out of the company. I glanced around, my heart pounding until I saw him leaning against the car.
“I know you’re mad at me,” I said, walking closer.
Aiden sighed, “You’re too attached to him, Emmaline.”
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