Audrey's POV:
Later, Julian shifted part of his business operations to Europe and began expanding there.
He started flying back and forth between London and Riverdale on a regular basis.
Because of the nature of our industry, I inevitably ran into him at work events from time to time.
But he never approached me.
He simply stood at a distance, watching me laugh and chat with others, confident and at ease.
For eight years, I had always craved his approval.
I had built my sense of worth around him, as though my value depended on how he saw me.
But now, living in a foreign country where I was finally free to be myself, I understood something I'd never known before.
My worth had never needed anyone else's validation.
One sunny afternoon, Mr. Sullivan sent me an email.
Mr. Sullivan: M
