Chapter 106 The Cost of Deception

The once-proud man now stood humbly, drenched in the rain. Elinor found herself speechless, struggling to identify the whirlwind of emotions inside her. While there was undeniable sadness and sorrow, there was an absence of the triumphant feeling often associated with revenge. Jaxson's deeds had shattered her, and the gulf that had opened up between them felt insurmountable, reminiscent of the relentless rain around them. Although they were merely separated by mere floors within a building, Elinor knew the actual distance between them was far more profound, as solid and impenetrable as the structure's concrete walls. With a sigh, Elinor pulled the curtains shut, unable to endure the sight any longer. She wondered if any remnants of affection she had for Jaxson could possibly bridge the chasm between them. However, deep down, she suspected it could not. Down below, Jaxson saw the lights in Elinor's room fade, casting it into shadows. Soon after, the entire building was enveloped i