Chapter 19

The formal address hit like a blade, stabbing straight at Alexander's chest. He opened his mouth, wanting to say something. However, he quickly realized he had nothing to say. What could he possibly tell her? That she once loved him so much that she'd risk his life? But all those sacrifices had never been for him. Should he ask her why she had left him? But she didn't even remember who he was. In the end, he looked away defeatedly and said hoarsely, "It's nothing. I mistook you for someone else." With that, he turned and pushed through the door, practically fleeing the scene. Alexander stood in the rain and let the icy water soak through his clothes. He thought about Vanessa's expression just moments ago. It was so clear, so unburdened. There was no love or hate, not even a flicker of emotion. Vanessa had truly forgotten everything. She no longer remembered him, Matthias, and all that pain and obsession. The rainwater dripped down Alexander's chin as he raised his hand t