Chapter 78

For three days, I ignored, avoided, and disregarded Cedric, I don't care what you call it. The point is, I treated him as if he didn't exist, even though he never left my side. He sticks to me at the office like a leech, always following me around as if deliberately showing everyone that I belong to him.

No one is allowed to get close, and I think now even Henry feels more hesitant around me. I'm okay with that. It's actually a relief not to have extra burdens on my mind. Our interactions are limited to work-related matters only, nothing more. Even the messages and calls that used to be frequent are now nonexistent.

I think what happened on Monday really made Henry realize who he's dealing with when he approaches me. Maybe. I don't care to inquire further. I'm still unwilling to face Cedric right now.

"What do you want to eat, Joice?"

We've arrived at the apartment. I didn't speak throughout the journey b