After an abrupt stampede, Freya was hastily taken to the hospital, yet her mate Kingsley found solace in another woman. For three long years, Freya harbored the hope that her love would thaw Kingsley's icy heart, but alas, her yearning proved to be nothing more than a jest. She observed Kingsley showering the other woman with affection, and now, weary of unrequited devotion, she resolved to depart, vowing to reject him. However, the aloof Kingsley underwent an astonishing transformation, assuming a new persona as he fervently pursued Freya.

Love Me, Or Reject Me

　　When I arrived at the apartment at midnight, Novia was still awake, engrossed in a variety show called "The Best Actress."


　　I released a tired sigh and settled onto the plush sofa, finding a moment of respite from the day's tension.


　　"Why do you have that look? How is your mother?" Novia inquired.


　　"She's okay, for now," I responded wearily. "But I missed the chance to get rejected."


　　Novia popped a cherry into her mouth. "Well, you can meet him some other time," she said optimistically.


　　I was not as hopeful as she is. Judging from Kingsley's phone call this afternoon, he probably believed I purposely stood him up and saw it as yet another ploy stemming from me. With this failed attempt, it would be challenging to arrange another time.


Chapter 11 Lead The Way