Chapter 844

Pearl hadn’t brought anything with her when she was taken to the Jesseltons, so it was nearly impossible to verify the contents of those letters now. But she trusted Damian. Reluctantly, she replied, "I understand." "No, you don't. If you did, you wouldn't treat me like this and wouldn't have fallen for—" Damian stopped abruptly, realizing he was going too far. But Pearl understood what he meant. "It's been a long time. Let's leave the past behind. Keeping it in our hearts can be a beautiful memory." That was truly how Pearl felt. Though she now knew Damian's feelings, it was too late. Her heart belonged elsewhere. "Is that really how you feel?" Damian's voice couldn't hide his disappointment. "Absolutely. As I said, we're good friends now, and friendships can last forever." Pearl laughed, trying to lighten the mood. But Damian, fueled by a few drinks, was intent on expressing his feelings. "I've liked you for so long, even before you liked me. I kept it to myself, hoping you