Chapter 42. Troubled Heart

Max’s confession left Willow speechless. She had waited so long for this moment to be reunited with Max, and for those words of love, she had always longed for. At times, Willow even imagined the bitter reality of Max having another woman and moving on without her.

But Max hadn’t changed. He held on to his promises and his love.

But why did Willow now feel Max’s words were far behind her? It wasn’t the Max she was waiting for. Willow had no more expectations of Max.

“I know you’ve moved on. Even forgotten me,” Max said with a bitter smile.

“Not like that, Max.”

What then? Why did Willow lie to herself? She really didn’t have any more dreams to build with Max. Willow should be firm, confirming that Kyler was now the only one in her heart. But Willow felt torn.

“Do you really not want us to be together again? Or what?” Max asked.

It was natural for Max to ask, as he was caught in a dilemma. Deep down, Max knew there was a significant connectio