04 Julie stared at me in disbelief , unable to comprehend what was happening .
I turned my gaze to Fabian , waiting to see what he would choose .
Julie sobbed softly , Fabian , please just let me … Not happening .
Fabian interrupted her coldly .
My father had completely lost his temper .
He hurled the cup in his hand at Fabian , spilling coffee everywhere , and some stains landed on Fabians expensive suit .
I caught a glimpse of a smug look flicker across Julies face .
I love Palma .
Julie has it tough on her own .
I cant just leave her behind .
Fabian said , pulling Julies hand .
Palma , Ill wait for you to come around .
With that , he turned and left , Julie hastily following him .
Then , she stopped and turned back to give me a victorious smile .
You bast ** d ! My father , enraged , collapsed onto the sofa .
I hurried to comfort him .
Later that night , I opened my messages .
An old friend , Quinn , who I hadnt heard from in years , had sent me a message .
[ Palma , long time no see .
Can I ask you for a small favor ? ] Before I could respond , he called .
After a brief exchange of pleasantries , Quinn asked if I could help him bid on a pink diamond 08:34 Mon , 10 Feb MBB .
at an auction next week .
I agreed .
I had the week off .
} After the call ended , I noticed Fabian had updated his social media .
46 % There was a photo of a pair of beautiful hands holding a bowl of soup , with the familiar ring on his finger .
The caption read , You only realize who truly loves you when youre sick .
I stared at the photo , memories flooding back .
I remembered the many nights Fabian was sick over the past five years , when I stayed by his bedside , sleepless , caring for him .
He had never once thanked me , let alone publicly expressed any gratitude .
I couldnt help but laugh bitterly at myself .
I had been so humble , so pathetic back then .
I closed the social media app and lay down on the soft bed , but my phone buzzed with a new message from Fabian .
It was another photo of the same bowl of soup.
[ Palma , if you dont come back , you might lose your status forever .
] I couldnt help but snort and then tapped the screen to reply .
[ Then hurry up and sign the divorce agreement .
] There was no reply for a long time .
I went back to check Dear VIP , all chapters have been unlocked for you ! eted the post .
Instead , he pinned another one .
This time , it was just a photo .
It was a picture of my back .
That night , after drinking a little too much , I had asked Fabian to take a photo of me .
In a tipsy stupor , I grabbed his phone and posted the picture on his feed without any caption .
The comments started pouring in .
Ms.
Phelps back is so stunning .
Did Mr.
Lyon go on a date with Ms.
Phelps ? Wishing Mr.
Lyon and Ms.
Phelps all the best .
I read the comments , and anger and frustration bubbled up inside me .

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I had wanted Fabian to clarify things .
But instead , he got mad .
Palma , what are you doing ? I instantly sobered up a bit , lowering my head in silence , feeling like a wilted flower .
I followed Fabian home that night .
That was when I realized Fabian would never publicly acknowledge me .
I snapped out of it as my phone reminded me it was time for bed .
D I set it aside and snuggled into the soft pillows , determined not to think about anything e … The next morning , I headed to the auction .
Today , they were auctioning antique paintings .
08:34 Mon , 10 Feb MBB .
The next morning , I headed to the auction .
Today , they were auctioning antique paintings .
I saw Quinn , who gave me a friendly nod from across the room .
I smiled and waved back .
Throughout the auction , Quinn successfully won eight out of twelve items .
I waited in the back , preparing to leave .
46 % He found me after , his smile as warm as it had been five years ago when he left for abroad .
Palma , long time no see .
Long time no see .
Quinn handed me a bouquet of my favorite pink blossoms .
The sweet fragrance filled the air .
We sat in the back and chatted for a long while .
When it was time to leave , Quinn gave me a hug , holding the flowers as he walked down the path in the residential area .
As I neared my house , I saw Fabian standing there , also holding a bouquet of flowers .
When I got closer , his gaze first landed on the flowers in his hands .
He slowly spoke , his tone still haughty .
Palma , come back with me .
I didnt respond .
I just watched him with a faint smile .
But then , unexpectedly , Fabian lost his temper .
Thats enough , alright ? Ive done everything I can ! Youre getting jealous , but theres a limit , you know ?