Chapter 5 Staying Away

In the next few days, Camden acted as if nothing had happened. He became even more attentive as he asked about my work and daily life. He'd even ask about topics that used to bore him—my favorite celebrities, makeup, and the romance novels I read. But instead of feeling moved, I felt exhausted. So, I started working overtime, sometimes staying at the law firm overnight. Honestly, I wanted to tell Camden that all this was unnecessary because I was set on leaving him. No one would walk away from a relationship on impulse. It wasn't a moment of recklessness but an accumulation of all the sadness, helplessness, and silent endurance that had never been noticed. It was like a dam that was slowly eroding and cracking little by little. However, Camden only saw the moment it collapsed. For the next month, I deliberately avoided Camden. He looked for me many times, and then he started waiting for me outside my office more than once. He kept his voice low and his attitude humble. I kept my