Chapter 246

Daniel had been sitting alone in the restaurant for what felt like forever. Outside, the rain hadn’t let up at all. As dusk fell, the drizzle kept on falling, soaking the world in spring moisture—but none of it seemed to reach Daniel’s heart. He kept fidgeting with a strand of coral beads in his hand. Ruby. His unreachable dream. He couldn’t fully explain why he was giving her such a hard time. Maybe it wasn’t just about feeling sorry for little Ella. Deep down, he kind of knew why. But he didn’t want to say it out loud—not even to himself. Admitting it meant facing the fact that… he was jealous. Ruby had married Jason and had kids with him. Daniel’s eyes turned red. Finally, as the light faded outside, he stood up, pushed open the glass door, and walked into the rain. That tall, dark figure… slowly disappeared in the mist. Like a sad song, two people heading down different paths. ... Three days later. Luminex Group, CEO office on the top floor. Daniel sat on the grey curved couch by t