Chapter 44. Tears of Acceptance

A gorgeous park was illuminated by the sun, which shed a warm glow over the lush, green grass and brilliant flowers. Mika, a young lady in her late 20s, sat by herself on a seat and saw families and couples having a good time. Unavoidably, she noticed a recognizable face out in the distance. It was Sam, her ex-boyfriend, strolling with Mary, a person Mika had learned he had started seeing after they split up.

They were accompanied by their daughter, a stunning one-year-old child, which only served to add to the heartbreaking nature of the situation. Mika watched the situation unfold in front of her, her heart skipping a beat. Sam had always dreamed of having children, and she could see the joy in his eyes as he regarded his daughter with devotion.

As she played with the young child and their laughing filled the room, Mary's face lighted up with delight. Mika felt a wave of jealousy rush through her. She couldn't help but imagine how her life would be different if Sam w