The weight of his words sank in, and I felt a hollow laugh bubble in my throat. No amount of money could fill the void in my heart. I was just a ghost in his life, a mere reflection of the love he once had for someone else.
I gave Kaidon a faint smile, "I’ve already sent the divorce papers. Just find some time to sign them." I turned and headed for the door, my steps heavy with the weight of finality.
Before I could leave, Kaidon’s voice stopped me. "Luna, let me walk you home."
Without turning, I answered, "No, there’s no need." My voice was flat, determined. If I was leaving, I needed to leave completely, no lingering attachments or second thoughts.
He had left me a lot, like he’d promised. Ten million dollars and a villa in the heart of the city. It was enough to live a comfortable, worry-free life. But money couldn’t erase the pain, couldn’t undo the damage that had already been done.
As I gathered the last of my things, I heard footsteps outside the villa. Of course, it was Elara. She always had a way of showing up when it was least wanted. She barged in, her face streaked with tears, her eyes desperate.