Chapter 23

Zachary wanted to show her that he could still enjoy a carefree, fulfilling life without Tessa. So, with a calm smile, he said, "Sure, where do you want to go? You pick the place." "Really?" Wendy's eyes lit up with excitement. "I want to go to Rovanya first. The scenery at Karnath Ridge is stunning this time of year." Karnath Ridge, huh? Zachary's expression flickered for a moment. Why did that place sound so familiar? He remembered now that Tessa had mentioned it before. She had mentioned wanting to visit Karnath Ridge for the Independence Day holiday. What had he said at the time? It would be too crowded during the holiday, and there'd be nothing enjoyable about it. Now, as the Independence Day holiday arrived, Zachary's first instinct was to refuse. However, when he thought of Tessa, he hesitated before he changed his mind. "Alright, let's go to Rovanya then." After spending some time watching TV with Wendy, Zachary still couldn't shake the restlessness in his heart. "Y