Roman felt completely defeated. Without bothering to pick up his belongings, he walked away, deep in thought.
Ruby watched him go as his figure retreated like a man running from shame. Disappointment filled her. He was leaving her behind, just when she needed him most.
She had once believed in him. The Bently Corporation hadn't gone bankrupt yet, and they had been married for years. She still held onto that hope.
But now, she wondered if she had been blind all along. Had she made a mistake choosing him, especially in the way she did?
Sitting by the roadside, she took out her phone and called James.
She cared about Kate, even if Roman didn't.
*****
Chantelle didn't stay for Daniel's omelet. She left the Silver Crest Global District and returned to Western Hill Villa.
Calvin had already packed her belongings and was waiting for her.
"Ms. Chantelle, your face..." He was startled when he saw her.
