582 No dating other men!

That night, Amanda Jenkins had her knees hugged to her chest, curling up in a corner, wide awake the entire time.

After a night of tempestuous wind and rain, the sky finally cleared.

Brilliant sunlight faintly penetrated through the curtains.

Amanda Jenkins lifted her tired eyes to look at the light outside.

The day had finally dawned.

Last night, she thought she would die of heartache.

But she had survived.

So, there was nothing that couldn't be overcome...

Amanda Jenkins stood up, her legs numb. She persisted for a few steps before her feet suddenly gave way, and she collapsed onto the dressing table.

Lifting her eyes, she saw her disheveled reflection in the mirror, with eyes red and swollen from crying and faint dark circles still visible.

No, she couldn't continue like this, as it would only cause everyone to worry.

Moreover, she had a "date" with Jasper Bollock today, and she needed to look more spirited.