Chapter 31

Janice furrowed her brows when she saw that Simon was calling. On such a joyful day, the mere mention of his name stirred a thorny pain in her chest that pierced her to the core. Simon had guessed it right. She hadn't entirely moved on. But her love for him had already turned cold. Faint traces of resentment were beginning to take root. The lingering ache she felt when she saw him wasn't affection—it was the backlash of severed emotions. No one could let go that quickly, but she had made up her mind. She wouldn't take a single step back toward Simon. Her finger hovered over the decline button before she tapped it decisively. She no longer allowed herself to imagine any other outcome between them. Tears welled up in her eyes, spilling over as laughter and applause filled the room for the celebration. Tonight marked her first day officially joining Prosper Stitch Group. It was also the night she completely let go of Simon. His message popped up during the celebration. "Janice