Chapter 27

Julian knew full well that Madeline was right. He had told himself the same many times, but whenever he closed his eyes, he would remember every detail of his time with Saoirse. Throughout his life, he had longed for someone wholly devoted to him. He once thought that person was Georgina, but she only wanted to be friends. It was only after Saoirse left that he realized she was the one he had been waiting for. However, he had broken her heart. The late-coming guilt and regret made him completely abandon reason. He only wanted to salvage their relationship and keep Saoirse by his side. However, Julian knew from the reality of things that everything he did only pushed Saoirse further away. At this moment, he felt lost. He was suffering, torn between his deep-seated obsession and the rational decision to let go. He couldn't make up his mind. Seeing that Julian seemed to be swayed, Madeline quickly continued. "You're still young and haven't experienced much or met many people, w