Chapter 20

He never thought that things would end up like this. Linda pushed William away and returned to the couch. "William, I don't want to make a scene. I hope you can let me go and forgive yourself, too." She added, "I admit, I loved you. That love of more than ten years has left me without the courage to even mention my feelings anymore." A gust of wind blew in through the open window, brushing against Linda, who tightened her clothes around her. Ever since escaping from the fire, Linda's health had never been the same. Coupled with her days being turned upside down due to work, she was exhausted. Over the years, she had thought it through and knew that returning to Osmo would inevitably mean meeting William again. If she didn't return, perhaps she would have a lifetime of peace. But if she didn't return, her resentment would drive her insane. So, she returned. Her purpose in returning was simply for her own peace of mind. Looking at William standing there, she spoke sincerely, "Wil