Chapter 86 Falling Out

Kieran's expression was icy while Emery's pupils contracted. She tilted her head up, staring at him intently for a long time. She thought she wouldn't be affected by Kieran's words anymore, but she choked up at that moment. Lowering her head, she clenched her fists, her nails digging into her palms so hard it hurt. She wasn't sure if she was upset for Mia or if she saw her own foolish past reflected in her. After a long while, Emery curled her lips into a mocking smile. It was as if she had been struck awake. In Kieran's eyes, the ten years she wasted—years she thought were precious—were nothing more than a fool's self-consolation. All that time held almost no value to him. She could only say that she deserved it. What decent person would lose all self-respect and keep throwing themselves at someone who didn't care? Kieran was heartless. Emery's eyes reddened slightly, and she sniffled. "You're right," she said softly. Kieran stared at her, visibly agitated. His barely suppre