Chapter 17 This thought calmed Evelyn .
Her room had a good view snow covered forests through the window .
The afternoon winter sun offered gentle warmth as she sat by the window .
A measured knock came at the door .
Checking the time , expecting the doctors rounds , Evelyn called Come in .
As she turned with a smile , her expression froze .
Issac stood there .
Three years had matured him .
His frame , wrapped in a wool coat , had grown thinner , making his features more striking yet colder .
His dark brows shadowed his eyes , barely containing their wild joy .
I found you , Issacs voice shook with emotion .
I found you ! He stumbled forward , dropping a large bouquet , and rushed to embrace her in her chair .
Evelyn , I found you ! Evelyns surprise lasted only a moment before she grew calm .
Shed known this discovery was inevitable , so she didnt struggle .
His arms gripped her shoulders tightly as she felt warm tears fall on her neck .
Yes , its me , Evelyn said flatly .
Long time no see , Issac .
Why … Issac sobbed , his breathing ragged .
Why try to die ? Why not tell me about your illness ? Why deceive me … The thirty something man cried like a betrayed child , clutching her desperately , repeating her name as if she might vanish .
Issac , Evelyn frowned , speaking softly , youre going to suffocate me if you dont let go .
He backed away , collapsing to the floor , looking up at her .
His face was a mess reddened eyes , nose , and brows , his forehead wet with sweat or melted snow .
His trembling hand caught hers , trying to control his sobs though tears kept flowing .
Shed only seen him this undone once before when Sophia died .
Dont go , he grabbed her hand again as she pulled away , his voice trembling .
Evelyn , please , dont go .
Im not going anywhere , Evelyn pulled her hand free again without hesitation , looking down at him .
But you should leave .
10-20 Its Too Late for Your Expired Regrets 11.94 % Chapter 17 Issacs lips went pale as he finally registered her clear rejection , slowly remembering everything hed done to her .
Evelyns smile didnt reach her eyes .
We forgot the pleasantries , Issac , she said softly .
How are things with your wife ? Do you have children ? I should tell you Lucas and I are married .
Our daughter is Eva .
I believe youve met her .
The words struck Issac like a hammer blow .
His ears rang , sound seeming to vanish in that instant .
Terror gripped him .
His lips trembled , but no words came .
Complete disarray .
Evelyn watched his changing expression with bitter amusement .
So this was how she must have looked when she loved him no wonder shed been mocked and despised .
Issac stood shakily , nodding in confusion .
Yes … shes beautiful .
Evelyn , I … He meant to offer to pay for her surgery , but Evelyn cut him off , as if predicting his words .
Ive finally found the courage to live , to have this surgery , she said quietly .
Issac , dont make me die a second time .
Her words cut like a knife , the pain so sharp he could barely breathe , clutching his chest and gasping .
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steadying himself on the bed frame , his face ashen .
Knowing Evelyn meant every word , he couldnt speak .
He just nodded helplessly and turned to leave .
His steps were unsteady as he left .
Evelyn watched him go in silence .
She realized she couldnt find much hatred in her heart anymore .
Like a drop of water diluted by the ocean , her former love and hatred had been washed away by Lucass sea deep care and companionship .
Seeing Issac now , she felt nothing beyond surprise .
Perhaps this was best , she thought .
He wouldnt interfere with her life , and she wouldnt interfere with his .
They had always been parallel lines , only connected through Sophia .
Now that Sophia was gone , they should return to their original paths .
The nurse cleaned up the fallen flowers , but when Lucas returned , he sensed immediately that someone had been there .

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He sniffed the air , frowning .
Thats a strong scent .
Just flower fragrance , Evelyn didnt hide anything .
Issac was here .
12.1 % Chapter 17 Like a protective guard dog , he rushed to her , checking her over twice .
Evelyn stood up smiling , letting him look for any possible injuries .
Im fine .
You scared me , Lucas wrapped his arms around her waist , burying his face in her neck with relief .
I thought he might take you away .
Thank God youre alright .
Evelyn , after the surgery , lets go back south , okay ? Yes , Evelyn preferred the warmer climate too .
The citys winters were too harsh , sunlight too rare .
She smiled .
But youll have to deal with the cockroaches .
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