Chapter 47

Eleanor’s POV: Hearing Everett’s words, I was stunned. Wait. Was he serious? Was this big guy really letting my friend Scarlett go? I knew it was what Scarlett wanted. But still… I couldn’t help feeling a little sad. Was he really giving up? Just like that? If he still loved her, shouldn’t he be fighting for it? Trying to make it right? I dug my nails into the handle of my suitcase, eyes fixed on the scuffed surface. My heart twisted with unease. It felt like watching your favorite couple break up in real time. It just didn’t feel right. Scarlett just stood there, looking at him. Everett’s gaze dimmed. “Scarlett, I won’t bother you anymore. You’re free now.” Her eyes flickered, catching the sadness in his voice. “You’re serious?” He gave a small nod, took a deep breath—and though his tone was quiet, there was a faint tremble in it. “From now on, go chase the life you want. Do everything you’ve ever dreamed of.” Scarlett looked at him for a long beat, then let out a quiet laugh. “Alrigh