Chapter 528

“The only reason we even managed to get married for three short years was because I kept trampling on my own dignity to cling to you. I’ve put in a lot of one-sided effort to keep things going. What is there to cherish in this fragmented relationship? Why would I give you a chance to start over? Why would I do something so stupid?” Bella’s words were like sharp knives. Each met its mark and drew blood. Justin did not want to lose her and tried to take her hand again. But this time, she did not give him the chance to. She nimbly dodged him, and he missed embarrassingly. “I swear I won’t anymore.” Justin panted heavily. His voice was very hoarse. “I won’t be stupid anymore, Bella. Just this once. You don’t even have to do anything. You just have to stay where you are. It’s my turn to chase after you.” Bella’s heart was beating as fast as a rabbit’s, as if she had just ridden a roller coaster. Her palms were sweating, and she was breathing erratically. “Chase after me? Didn’t you