Chapter 1579

Elsie descended the staircase nearby. She had noticed them earlier. Feeling restless, she had come out for a walk to clear her mind, only to stumble upon Joe and Skylar together. The way they interacted in private was far more intimate than she had assumed. Before, she had convinced herself that their displays of affection were nothing more than an act for cameras or for appearances in front of others. The idea that it might be real had seemed laughable. Even the last time at the airport, she had told herself it was all for a show. With Paul present and her standing nearby, of course, Joe would act that way. But just now, no one else was around. No audience, no crowd. Yet, the two of them were as intimate as ever. Some things simply couldn't be faked. The way Joe instinctively moved closer to Skylar, and the subtle affection in his gestures told the truth. The realization hit her like a wave, and her vision blurred with tears. For the first time in her life, she felt utterly de