Chapter 2007

Isabelle recalled Quinton’s advice earlier. He said that she could be nicer and more obedient with Cedar. Isabelle deliberately spoke kindly and said, “Mm. I’ll listen to you. I’ll go home and be a good girl. Big Brother, I’ll do anything you tell me to do.” “Isabelle, you don’t have to try so hard to please me,” said Cedar. Isabelle was speechless. There was a sudden awkward silence in the tent. Isabelle moved her lips and asked, “Big Brother, are you going back to Wu City?” “Not at any time soon,” said Cedar. “Big Brother, when are you coming home then?” asked Isabelle. “Maybe in the middle of the year. I’ll go back to visit Mother,” answer Cedar. Cedar was going home only to visit their Mother. Suddenly, Isabelle realized that their relationship remained the same as before. There was no change from their intimacy or reignited love. Fine, then. Isabelle had to let it be. After all, it was her fault. She had no right to demand anything from Cedar. Isabelle quietly got up an