Chapter 36: I Am Aria, the One You Forgot

"Nora, actually, Austin has improved in these years. He has been dedicated to taking care of his son and hasn't dated anyone. He has become the kind of man you might have imagined. I won't oppose if you come back. I've seen some things with my own eyes," Harper advised. Hannah was still struggling, finding it hard to accept Austin for now. "Please, stop. I heard about the past from Colin. I can't forgive him temporarily. I came here because of Cherub. He's my son, and I must take responsibility for his growth." "Austin hurt you for five years, but he also waited for you for five years. You've been going around in circles for over a decade," Harper held Hannah's hand, whether she remembered or not, they were still good friends. Hannah felt comforted and squeezed her hand back. "I know. Give me some time." As a woman, if a man hurts you to such an extent, rewarding him with kindness won't make him remember it forever. With the long days ahead, she couldn't afford to take that gamble.