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"Here's the necklace Celine took from you!" He extended his hand, revealing the jewelry.
However, as soon as he turned away, I realized the gift had become meaningless. It didn't matter who possessed it; I now found everything associated with Celine and my former love repulsive.
Noticing my indifference, Lucas grew anxious. "I truly understand now! After your departure, I reviewed the home security recordings. That incident, you never touched her; it was all her setup. I was wrong to doubt you and fall for her deception. Blame me if you must, but please allow me to make amends!"
"We've been friends for a decade, growing up side by side. We vowed to marry each other; don't you remember?" he pleaded, attempting to evoke our shared history.
Hearing this, I slowly nodded, watching hope fade from his eyes. "Let's say I forgot. I think I fell out of love first. You can interpret it however you like."