Chapter 22

Unfortunately, Calvin realized it all too late. That was why he had to watch Avery walk out of his life. But things were different now. He finally understood what he really wanted. As long as Avery could forgive him, he was willing to do whatever it took. Just thinking about what life would be like if Avery came back to him filled Calvin with hope and happiness. He found himself genuinely looking forward to seeing her again. After an eight-hour flight, the plane finally touched down. Calvin didn't waste a second. He rushed straight to the address Gabriel had given him, hoping to see the woman he loved with all his heart. They had agreed to meet at a coffee shop. The bell over the door chimed as Calvin stepped inside, and he immediately spotted Avery sitting quietly in the far corner. It had only been a month, but it felt like a year had passed. Seeing her in person, Calvin was hit by a wave of emotion, almost as if he were dreaming. Avery looked so different. When she was with h