Chapter 5

It was like so many times before. I was always the one running after him. But now, he didn't even bother to take one step to chase me.

I went back to my rented place.

I spent the night packing. Everything fit into two suitcases.

Early the next morning, I left the keys on the entryway table and walked away from this so-called "home" for good.

The resignation process was quick. My boss saw how determined I was and didn't try to talk me out of it.

She sighed and signed the paperwork.

Though it was a secure job, it…