Chapter 165

"Alright, I respect your decision," I said. There was no need to prolong the conversation. As I left the cafe, it suddenly started drizzling outside. The rain wasn't heavy, but it felt piercingly cold as it seeped into my collar. I hurried back to the inn and took a hot shower, but afterward, I felt completely drained. I fell into a daze as I lay on the bed. I couldn't help but think that maybe I just had bad luck. Despite my efforts, I hadn't been able to protect the one I cared about, and the project I had worked so hard on hadn't turned out as planned. Would anyone even notice if I vanished from this world? I was exhausted. A phone call jolted me back to reality. I reluctantly opened my eyes and saw a ray of light streaming in through the window, suggesting that it was already morning. The phone screen was still flashing; it was an incoming call from Cindy. I guessed she was calling to ask about the negotiation. I took a deep breath and answered the call. "Nance!" Cindy's