Chapter 26

What does rain mean for newlywed couples? Most of them consider rain to be a source of romance. However, it's different for Alice and Alden. Rain separates them. Alden has been fast asleep since ten o'clock, while Alice is still sitting on the balcony, her favorite spot to answer calls from Gilbert.

Alice, sitting there hugging herself, smiles while enjoying the beautiful raindrops illuminated by the lamplight. "What are you doing?" Alice mumbles as she sees Gilbert's face among the raindrops, trying to push Alden out of her mind.

"You know, I don't understand my feelings right now, Gilbert. On one hand, I want to hold on and fight. On the other hand, I want to give up and go back. But, I realize the path back to you is now so steep and sharp. Hold on? I want to, but it's difficult. He still loves my sister, just like I still love you. I don't think this will work because we both still hold onto the love we once had," Alice says, starting to choke softly, trying to push away th