Chapter 7
Sebastian Clem finally agreed, but on the condition that I must accompany him to complete our unfinished honeymoon.
After saying this, he fell silent.
He realized there was nothing left to say between us.
Only silence could maintain the illusion.
Sebastian Clem rarely let his emotions show; he struggled to control his trembling hands. Even though he tried to stay calm, his reddened eyes betrayed him.
I saw a reflection of my past self in him.
It’s astonishing how everything can change
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so dramatically in just a year.
Let alone the eight years between Sebastian Clem and me.
Bound by family interests, I replied with a simple “Okay”
A flicker of light appeared in Sebastian Clem’s eyes, but he quickly masked his emotions:
“Rest assured, this time I won’t let you down.”
“I promise, I won’t stand you up again.”
True to his word, Sebastian Clem began preparing early.
He was filled with anticipation and excitement for this trip, eager as ever.
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After eight years, it was the first time I saw the familiar Sebastian Clem again.
Yet, the more enthusiastic he was, the colder I felt.
It was supposed to be a trip for two, but I felt like an outsider watching from the sidelines.
Sebastian Clem enthusiastically shared his plans with me, but I had little patience to listen and simply said:
“Those are childish things; let’s keep it simple.”
“Isn’t it too wasteful? We should be more frugal.”
“Up to you, I’m fine with anything.”
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The smile on Sebastian Clem’s face became awkward; he wanted to speak, but all his energy seemed drained.
I remained silent, feeling only exhaustion.
As I turned to leave, Sebastian Clem’s voice came from behind:
“But before… you weren’t like this.”
“You said you loved romantic flower fields, beachfront cottages, and anything fun.”
“I remember everything you said.”
His tone was careful, yet inexplicably sad.
At this moment, I clearly realized that I had become the old Sebastian Clem, and Sebastian Clem had become the old me.
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Our roles had swapped in an instant.
The key reason was my decision to stop feeling, while Sebastian Clem belatedly fell in love with me.
I turned around, my smile cruel but my voice incredibly gentle:
“Sebastian, what’s happened to you? You seem different.”
“Those things are in the past; I’ve long forgotten.”
“Alright, don’t overthink it. I’m tired and going to rest!””
To ensure we reached the island on Valentine’s Day, Sebastian Clem booked a flight for the day before.
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According to his plan, we were to spend half a month in the Maldives, yet we packed only one suitcase.
And my luggage was pitifully scant.
Sebastian Clem did ask, but I brushed it off saying we could buy whatever we needed there.
He believed me.
But he remained sleepless.
It wasn’t until I truly accompanied him to the airport that he realized.
Just an hour left until boarding.
Sebastian Clem was dozing on a chair, unable to contain his joy in his voice:
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“Zee, we’re finally going to our honeymoon.”
“Zee, everything will be okay, right?”
Sebastian Clem was genuinely exhausted, lowering his guard entirely, revealing his softest side.
He eagerly awaited my response, but his hope was destined to be unfulfilled.
I changed the subject: “Are you sleepy? Have some water and lean on me for a nap, I’ll wake you when it’s time to board.”
Sebastian Clem smiled and agreed: “Okay.”
As time ticked by, in the final twenty minutes, Beatrice Meyer arrived fashionably late.
She eyed me suspiciously, scrutinizing for a
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long while:
“What’s your plan?”
“Why the sudden kindness?”
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