Her typically composed visage had reddened from the unforgiving weather, presenting a pitiful sight.
Yet, Edwinâs heart remained as unyielding as iron.
He furrowed his brow and questioned, âVanessa, whatâs the purpose of all this? You claimed it was a mere collaboration, but your actions suggested something entirely different.
Whoâs at fault here?â
Vanessaâs voice quivered as she replied, âYou never mentioned reconciling with Laura!â
In the dimness, Edwin lit a cigarette.
âOur affairs have no bearing on you!â
Suddenly, Vanessa took a step closer and embraced him before he could react.
Her entire body pressed gently against his.
She gazed up at him and softly uttered, âDid you spend the night with her, Edwin? Whatever she can offer you, I can, too! And Iâll do it better!â
Drawing closer, she attempted to ki*s him.
However, Edwin pushed her away.
He had always been straightforward, even in his dealings with women.
âVanessa, do you intend to undress right here and now? Donât you think youâre making a spectacle of yourself?â
Vanessaâs patience reached its breaking point.
She exclaimed, âOf course, Iâm well aware of how undignified this is!
Edwin, Iâve harbored feelings for you for eight long years, a full eight years! Why do you think we were arranged to be together? Why do you think Iâve tolerated you, knowing you were entangled with Laura and still willing to marry you? Because I like you!â
She literally risked everything for this man, but Edwin remained impassive.
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It didnât go unnoticed that she brought up Laura.
He lowered his voice and chastised her, âAre you out of your mind?
Have I ever claimed to have feelings for you? Who Iâm with, who Iâm close to; what relevance does it have to you? Stop this drama!â
Vanessa quivered as she responded, âYouâre right! Itâs my fault; I fell for you first! Edwin, canât you just look at me, consider me?
âNo!â
Edwin retrieved his wallet and withdrew two thousand dollars.
âFind a place to stay! Have someone from your family pick you up.
â