Chapter 16 

Now, my company had completed several major projects. 

Even in Verona City, Michael couldn’t ignore its presence. 

As for custody, my daughter chose me. 

I hadn’t expected it. 

After all, the Johnsons were wealthy. 

And I was just… comfortable. 

Michael picked her up from school every week, bringing her back to the Johnson estate. 

One evening, a month later, I was working late when he called me. 

I drove over to pick up my daughter. 

When I arrived at the Johnson mansion, Michael was waiting outside. 

“She fell asleep. Can she stay here tonight?” 

I sighed. 

He could’ve just called. I wouldn’t have wasted my time driving here. 

I turned to leave, but Michael grabbed my wrist. 

“Babe… can’t you give me one more chance?” 

“I’ve been thinking a lot these past few months.” 

“I keep remembering all the good times we had.” 

“The way you took care of me.” 

“You’re not like those other women.” 

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“I didn’t love Hailey–I just…” He hesitated, then sighed. 

“She reminded me of you when you were younger.” 

“This time, Jake really sent her away.” 

“I don’t know where she went, and I don’t care.” 

“But you… You left, and I realized–1 can’t live without you.” 

Michael looked different now. 

More composed. 

Even had some gray in his hair. 

It was almost convincing. 

Almost. 

But I knew better. 

A man could act devoted while being rotten to the core. 

“I swear-” 

“Save it.” 

I cut him off. 

“Your promises mean nothing to me anymore.” 

“Just take good care of your daughter. I’m leaving.” 

My phone rang–it was one of my employees. 

“Ms. Sarah! A Fortune 500 company just approved our proposal!” 

“This ten–billion–dollar deal is a game changer!” 

“Everyone’s waiting for you to come back and lead the charge.” 

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“I’ll be right there.” 

I hung up with a smile. 

The night sky sparkled above me. 

I took a few steps, then turned back. 

“Michael, these past seven years have taught me something* 

“Not every person is meant to be someone’s whole world.” 

“But a career? That can be.” 

“I don’t hate you.” 

“But this is where we part ways.” 

“Goodbye.” 

I got in my car, rolled the windows down, and let the cool night breeze wash over me. 

This was life. 

For so long, I thought those seven years were an unbreakable chain. 

But once I stepped past them, I realized- 

It wasn’t hard at all. 

The road ahead was clear. 

And my future? 

Brighter than ever. 

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