Tristan & Evelyn: A Six-year Lie

Yes, they had grown up, but could they simply let go of the past so easily? No, he couldn’t let go anymore, even if she had. Since their engagement was called off, he had never been able to move on. His self-destructive behaviour at that time was partly fuelled by this unresolved matter. Now, he understood why he couldn’t be with any other woman all these years, no matter how wonderful they were. It wasn’t for any other reason except that someone already occupied his heart—a fact he hadn’t realised until now. Tristan smiled, watching Evelyn’s figure grow smaller in the rearview mirror. ‘Evelyn, it’s not up to you to decide if it’s over between us. You used to chase me, but now it’s my turn to pursue you.’ With this silent determination, Tristan turned the car around. He didn’t approach Evelyn or disturb her; he merely observed from a distance until she safely returned to the Coco Bar. As she entered the bar, a waiter informed Evelyn that the boss was waiting for her in the office. She