Chapter 270

Scarlett’s POV: My biological clock was set in stone—I woke up at seven o’clock sharp every morning. My mind was still foggy as I lay in bed, staring blankly at the ceiling for a moment. Five minutes later, I stretched lazily, rubbed my eyes, and sat up. I had slept reasonably well that night… strictly speaking, it was the best sleep I’d had in over two months. Pulling back the covers, I stepped out of bed and walked into the bathroom. After washing up, I applied skincare products and put on simple, light makeup. Just as I picked up the comb, something suddenly occurred to me, and I set it back down. In the past, I had always followed Everett’s instructions—wearing only a uniform to work, my hair tied in a ponytail, black-rimmed glasses… stiff and uninspired. I had finally come to terms with it. No matter how much I loved Everett, I couldn’t lose myself for love. From today onward, I would gradually reclaim myself… the confident, capable woman I once was. As for Everett, I would let th