Chapter 30

The only way out of this mess that Casey could see was to get back together with me. With the influence and power my family held, she believed those rumors would be wiped clean in no time. Andrew had suggested they go abroad, leaving Dynora behind, but Casey refused. She had lived in Dynora for years. How could she just walk away? Besides, she had tried again and again these past few days, only to find me getting colder with each encounter. And now, she had even seen me living with another woman. Her heart was filled with bitterness and resentment. Why? In her mind, I was supposed to have eyes for her and her alone. How could I move on so quickly? How could I already have someone new? Even if she no longer wanted me, I shouldn't be with anyone else. She stared at me sadly. When I remained unmoved, she suddenly let out a dramatic "ouch" and looked like she was about to fall. I didn't react. It was Andrew who stepped in and caught her. Casey clutched his arm, tears falling and