Chapter 381

Shelmaine felt an inexplicable unease under Julien's gaze, as though he could see through her thoughts. She hastily said goodbye and left without a second glance at Julien, even refusing his invitation to come inside for a cup of coffee. Julien didn't push her. He walked her to the car and watched as it drove away. Josie approached and encouraged him, "If she hasn't forgotten, then go after her, Julien. Don't just stand by and do nothing, or you'll regret it later." Julien shook his head. "It's pointless. Her heart's not with me. I'm already lucky that she stayed by my side for so many days, but I can't ask for what's not mine. What's forced will never taste sweet." "But…" "There's no 'but.' Her heart was never mine. She doesn't love me," Julien said calmly. Josie fiddled with her fingers, feeling sad. "Julien, don't say that. It hurts to see you like this…" "Don't cry. I'm back safe, aren't I?" Josie didn't know what else to say. The more Julien tried to act nonchalantly, the