Chapter 786
“So, when I found out you were using Zane’s identity to talk to me, it actually
helped me let go of a lot of my resentment. I could see you as someone new. But
you don’t have to do that anymore.” Jessica texted.
“Why not?” Casper texted back.
But there was only a single gray check mark next to his message. She had
blocked him. Panicked, he called her, and she picked up.
Casper said tearfully, “I was wrong. Please forgive me. Or at least give me
another chance. I swear, I’ll treat you right! I’ll take your side if you ever have
issues with my parents, no matter what.”
He sounded so desperate, as if he was barely holding himself together.
Jessica remained silent for a long time before finally speaking. “I didn’t tell you all
this because I want us to get back together.”
She knew that even if they did, it wouldn’t be long before another fight made
Casper throw something like, “If you hadn’t made me pick sides, I’d still be fine
with my parents” in her face.
Jessica was done carrying that weight. She wanted to start living for herself for a
life that felt a little lighter.
She spoke calmly, trying to reassure him. “Besides, you don’t love me as much as
you think. You’re just not used to losing me so suddenly. Give it some time. Once
you adjust, you’ll be fine.
“You can get back to your life and fix things with your family. Casper, honestly, you
should appreciate what you have right now.”
Casper was sobbing so hard he could barely catch his breath. “I know, but I can’t
help it. I love you.”
Jessica didn’t know what else to say. Then it hit her-maybe she didn’t have to
keep trying. They were meant to go their separate ways, just strangers from here
on out.
“Go ahead and cry for a bit. Maybe you’ll feel better once you get it all out,” she
said.
Then, she hung up, blocked his
number, and turned to look out the
window, tears sliding down her
cheeks. It was bound to end
eventually, so it would be better to
make a clean break now.
Back at the office, Casper’s mind was still a mess. He bit his lip, and it took a long
time before he could pull himself together enough to focus on work.
It’d be fine he told himself. Once his
project took off and he made some
real money, he’d show up before
Jessica with genuine sincerity. She’d
definitely take him back if he proved
himself.
Just then, Gary called. “Are you sure you’re coming back? “You’re not just saying
that?”
Casper was quiet for a long moment before saying, “Probably. I just don’t know
when.”
“And have you cut things off with Jessica?” Gary asked.
Casper broke down emotionally. “It’s
not me cutting off with her. She’s the
one who dumped me! She asked to
meet up just to tell me she’s moved
on! She’s got a new life and a
boyfriend.
“She doesn’t want to be stuck in the past, right? I messed up in our relationship.
Back when we were together, you and Mom couldn’t stand her, and I never had
her back.
“Jessica went through all that misery for nothing and never said a word. Now,
she’s finally had enough of me. Happy now?”
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