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Everyone says that Dane, the top explorer, loves me like his own life, cherishing me in the palm of his hand.
He has my name tattooed on his groin, never letting another woman get close.
When I heard he was injured in a remote area, I risked my life to rush to his side.
But I saw his gorgeous little assistant, Aria, lying on top of him, her tongue tracing over the tattoo of my name.
Heartbroken and disillusioned, I immediately returned home and contacted my primary care physician.
"Please arrange the surgery as soon as possible."
The doctor hesitantly asked, "The memory loss caused by electroconvulsive therapy might be irreversible. Are you sure?"
I nodded solemnly.
All memories of Dane - I want them gone, every single one.
"Miss Channing, your surgery is scheduled for 7 days from now."

I Finally Give up the Chains of Love

A hot tear slides from the corner of my eye into my hair.


I hand the USB drive containing all of Aria's information and photos to the young nurse beside me.


"After I'm discharged, please send this USB drive by local courier to this address."


"I'll pay you $10,000 for your trouble."


The nurse hesitates, then nods. I silently close my eyes tight.


Love at its end is an endless sea of hate.


Dane, I want you to fall from your high pedestal when you're at your most triumphant.


I want you to see with your own eyes how your fake, ugly lies are exposed.


I want you to live the rest of your life drowning in guilt over me.


The surgery is both long and torturous. When I open my eyes again, three hours have passed.


The moment I regain consciousness, I can't help but feel a bit disappointed.


The name 'Dane' is still deeply etched in my brain, as if carved into my cerebral cortex.


Chapter 5