Forsaking the Years of Longing
Forsaking Billionaire 120

Love Story4-Chapter 1

I've followed Jason Parker for five years, from the office to the bedroom, from work to affection, making sure he was always at ease. Even with his cold demeanor, the thought of leaving him never crossed my mind.

But then he allowed his newly appeared fiancée to slander and cyberbully me, even standing by while I was publicly shamed as "the other woman" and physically attacked. Only then did I awaken to the truth: he never loved me, never considered marriage with me, and simply took my devotion as his due.

To hell with love! I'm done! Watch me go back, inherit my billions, and slap their smug faces!

* The morning light poured into the room as Jason pulled me out from under the covers, and I slowly came to. As I gazed at him through my dazed eyes, he seemed to recall last night's passion, a deep, satisfied chuckle rumbling from his throat. "Planning to slack off and skip work?" he teased.

I finally opened my eyes. Jason was already dressed, sitting at the edge of the bed, his arm around my waist, exuding a poised, authoritative charm. Maybe it was my imagination, but he looked particularly gentle just then.

I slowly sat up and wrapped my arms around his neck. "I want to get married," I murmured.

The grip on my waist tightened slightly. Before I could react, Jason pinned me down with a kiss that was rough, not gentle, carrying a hint of warning.

My lips were caught under his teeth, his breath hot against my nose. "It seems you don't quite understand your role," he breathed.

Suddenly, it felt like the blood in my veins had stopped.

I pushed Jason away, stunned. "Aren't we a couple?"

Jason pulled back, looking slightly annoyed, but then a careless smirk appeared on his face. "We are, but you're not going to be my wife. Understand?"

His words struck me like a thunderclap, shattering every illusion I had ever held about him.

My hand trembled as I reached out to touch the man I had loved for so many years, only to force myself to pull it back.

"So that Emily assistant who joined the company recently... she really is your fiancée, isn't she?" I asked, my voice bitter.

Jason's expression shifted slightly at the mention of Emily, a hint of irritation creeping between his brows.

Emily, the new assistant in the

executive office, had suddenly joined Parker Group, and from her very first day, rumors about her relationship with Jason were flying. Jason had always been tight-lipped, so I thought it must be gossip-after all, I was his only girlfriend. But now, seeing his attitude, it felt like a

bucket of ice water was poured over me.

"I never denied it, did I?" he replied with a roguish smile, dashing my last hope.

My voice shook as I asked, "So, you're in love with one woman but engaged to another?"

Jason's expression darkened as if he didn't replace my question amusing. He snorted, then spoke in a condescending tone, "Don't worry The marriage with her is just to satisfy the family. Our relationship doesn't have to end. You can still be..."

Slap!

For the first time ever, I hit Jason.

The slap was so hard that my hand went numb, and Jason's face instantly darkened. He shot me a glare before storming out, leaving no trace of the warmth he'd shown earlier.

I collapsed to the floor, feeling drained, my tears sliding down my cheeks as my heart was torn apart by the realization.

Five years-five whole years spent as Jason's hidden lover. He had told me that office rules prohibited relationships, so I accepted our love going underground.

Getting dressed, I dragged myself to

work. The slap had already signated the end, and I knew Jason's temper wouldn't let this go. I might as well take the initiative and quit myself.

No more serving him! I can always go back and inherit my family's fortune!

With my mind made up, I lifted my head high and confidently walked into the office, ignoring the whispers and curious stares from my coworkers. "Caroline! There you are!"

I barely had time to react before another one of Jason's assistants rushed over, grabbed me, and started pulling me along urgently. "You're in big trouble!"