"Mr. Reed, I appreciate everything you've done for me."

It was clear that she no longer wanted to stay in touch with him. Shawn, being perceptive, would undoubtedly understand her intention.

She waited for a response, checking her phone occasionally. As expected, he didn't reply.

Although she had achieved her goal, an inexplicable sadness lingered in her heart. Would things have turned out differently if she and Shawn had met under better ...