Chapter 125

Luke felt a tightness in his chest. He said, "I won't get married again, and I won't look for another woman…" Vespera cut him off, "I don't care if you become a priest. From now on, you're free, and so am I. Let's both wish each other happiness." "Happiness? Who are you going to be happy with?" The image of Dominic's annoying face immediately flashed through Luke's mind. Vespera sighed softly. "Can't I just be happy on my own?" Luke's heart, which had been aching and heavy, seemed to calm slightly. "Really? You plan to stay single and not look for another man?" He stared at her, his gaze full of anxiety and hope, waiting for her to confirm his fears were unfounded. Vespera didn't answer. She merely smiled gently, her expression serene. "I'm leaving now. Goodbye." With that, she turned and walked away. Her movements were graceful and decisive. Luke instinctively took a couple of steps forward, then stopped in his tracks. He watched her back until she got into her car and drov