Chapter: 1630

Now, sitting in that same space, Laney realized the truth-what she thought was love had only been an affair. Cliff's heart was set on Juliet, and she had merely been a distraction for his moments of weakness and loneliness.

Cliff's anger subsided as he glanced at Laney. Her tears had dried, leaving her once-bright eyes dull and lifeless. She sat motionless, her posture slumped like a puppet with its strings cut.

Cliff sighed and pulled her to the couch. “Take a hot shower and get some sleep. Tomorrow, I'll take you back to the theater so you can focus on your dance practice. Consider the past two months a dream— it's time to wake up and move on."

His voice softened as he added, “Did you hear me, Laney?"

Laney's eyelashes fluttered, but she gave no response.