I had spent 10 years with Trevor Dimitrova, growing alongside him from an unknown individual to the leader of the Dimitrova Family. Even when he was abducted and extorted by his family's rival due to business issues, I was prepared to be brutally harmed by the kidnappers to save him. With red eyes, he vowed to remain at my side forever that day.

"I took you in because I felt sorry for you," he said, looking disgusted when I plucked up the nerve to tell him about how I felt.

“Did you think you deserve me?”

The next day, Trevor scheduled a wedding date and made an official announcement about his relationship with his well-matched girlfriend.

Little did I know, Trevor was completely devastated when he saw me with another man.

***

"Attention, I have important news to announce…” Trevor said, while the company was holding a press conference today.

"Rachel and I are having an engagement party in three days. All are invited to attend!"

After that, Trevor's normally solemn demeanor transformed to a little smile. His gaze rested on a woman called Rachel Lafreniere and he carefully extended his hand to her.

In an instant, Trevor and Rachel became the focus of the audience's reporters' cameras.

The setting was already chaotic.

"A domineering CEO and a rich girl? What kind of book love story has come to life!"

"Did you see Trevor's eyes when he looked at Rachel? Gosh! I wish it was me! That’s so sweet!"

"They are too good to be true, they must be happy ever after!"

They owned the thrill and the loudness.

My heart shattered as I turned to face Trevor on stage and saw his loving glance on Rachel. It was unfortunate that the person beside him was no longer me, even if it was a sight I had undoubtedly dreamed of a lot.

I met Trevor the day Trevor's parents brought me home from the orphanage. Throughout my youth, I was truly captivated by this young man's complete presence.

After his mother and father tragically died, Trevor assumed responsibility for the whole family.

For a while, the Dimitrova Family was a thorny tangle because some members sought to cause difficulties and escape scrutiny. I gave up my promising future because of this and I followed Trevor without protest accompanying him as he rose from unknown to the position of Dimitrova Family head.

In the process, Trevor had angered a lot of individuals. The most hazardous period was when his opponent abducted him and used blackmail against him due to business issues. I saved him by myself and the kidnappers gravely hurt me.

That day, he swore to me with blazing eyes while holding me in his arms and covered in blood.

"Amora, don't worry; I will always be there for you. I will always be with you since you are the one I want most."

Trevor had always maintained a courteous but aloof relationship with the opposite sex. In the 10 years I'd known him, he'd shown me enough that I was the exception.

Yesterday, I plucked up the confidence to tell him since I felt he liked me too. However, I was surprised to get Trevor's sarcasm in return.

"I took you in because I felt sorry for you, Amora," he added. “Did you think you deserve me?”

Trevor even couldn't wait to decide to make a formal statement today, as if he was terrified to be seen with me.

"Amora, can you take a photo of me and Trevor? I want to post it on Snapchat Moments later."

The sound of Rachel's distinct voice brought my thoughts back to the present. She clutched the phone with an arrogant demeanor and suggestive gaze.

I had been with Trevor the longest, after all and everyone in the circle knew it.

Rachel was attempting to warn me by behaving like a hostess.

Rachel handed me the phone and Trevor's face flashed with a touch of disapproval when he saw that I was a little bewildered and didn't grab it right away.

With a chilly gaze, Trevor said, "Amora, could you please be a little more courteous? Rachel is speaking to you."

My heart hurt so much. The thing Trevor detested the most was when someone gave me a bossy order.

Thinking about that one drinking occasion, the partner became inebriated and requested me to serve food and pour wine.

"Amora is my person," Trevor said in a furious tone. “Anyone who treats her disrespectfully is treating me, Trevor Dimitrova, disrespectfully as well.”

The collaboration was never fully completed.

To save my honor, Trevor would rather forgo a project worth ten million dollars.

I also believed I could become close to Trevor due to his unusual affinity for sending me mixed signals. I made the mistake of believing that I was special among women in his eyes. But, in the end, I discovered that I was just a joke to him.

The conversations around me continued and the camera's glare hurt my eyes.

"Didn't they say Amora's place in the Dimitrova Family was secure? But Trevor's attitude toward her appeared to be the same.”

"What do you know? Rachel is the female lead in this story, while Amora is merely an extra."

I was being drowned by insults and whispers.

Trevor appeared to ignore them and had no intention of clarifying for me.

I inhaled deeply.

In front of everyone's jeering gaze, I grabbed Rachel's phone and grudgingly stated, "Okay, I'll take a group photo for you."

There was a small movement in Trevor's eyes, a flicker of concealed emotion. Perhaps he was bewildered because I compromised so quickly.

I wasn't a weakling, after all. I had never lowered my head to anybody and I had always been free and forthright. But I was too exhausted. I glanced up at Trevor. It felt like a huge ocean separated us, even though we were just a few steps away.

I exhaled quietly in my heart and let go of my fixation after many years. I have made the decision to no longer like you, Trevor…

Rachel smiled as she posed for the group shot. "Trevor," she murmured coquettishly, pulling Trevor's sleeve. "Give me your phone. You also have to issue an official announcement!"

Since Trevor's social media posts were solely about his job, I assumed he would decline.

Trevor's face remained mostly unchanged upon hearing this. "Okay, I'll do it for you," he murmured tenderly after giving Rachel a head rub and obediently handing over the phone.

“The password is your birthday.”

Rachel beamed as she successfully unlocked Trevor's phone.

Trevor used to think that using one's birthdate as a password was the most juvenile thing you could do. Now, he himself used this childish way to express his love for Rachel sincerely and passionately.

Deep down, I chuckled at myself.

Rachel was Trevor's exception to the rule that there was no bottom line that could not be breached.

The official announcement was sent out by Rachel.

Meanwhile, my phone rang at the worst moment. That was the special reminder I set for Trevor. It took too long to set it and I forgot to cancel it.

Trevor looked at me icily, as though he were staring at something filthy, after hearing the message alert tone. He eventually spoke something after a long silence.

"Amora, you should take care of the rest of the press conference. Rachel can't stay up late. I'll take her home."

Trevor left the venue with Rachel's hand in his without waiting for my response.

This was the first time that Trevor left me for another woman. And I was fully aware that if there was a first time, there would be several ones. At last, the boy who vowed to be with me forever betrayed his word.

After taking care of everything, it was already late when I returned home. I discovered that my room's belongings had been carelessly dumped into the living room as soon as I opened the door.

"I'm sorry, Amora," Rachel said, feigning regret as she turned to face me. “I'm going to move in. Trevor said I may choose which room I wanted. Strangely enough, it appears that we even like the same room!”

Rachel purposefully trod on my clothes that were spread on the floor. She looked to be referring to the room, but in reality, it was about a person.

Trevor gave me a chilly look as he left the study.

"What are you arguing about?"

When Rachel heard this, she grabbed Trevor's arm right away and angrily said, "I'm to blame for everything. My favorite room appears to be Amora's. She is upset and refuses to give it to me.”

I never wanted to punch someone’s face so bad until this moment.

Rachel acted as though she was unaware that the room belonged to me, even though the family was small. She only wanted to brag to me about how well regarded she was by Trevor.

How could Trevor, who had worked in business for so long, have missed Rachel being sneaky?

However, love was blind.

Trevor glanced at me impatiently as he shielded Rachel from me.

"It wasn't Rachel's intention. It's just about one room. You could just..."

"Well, you're right," I interrupted before Trevor could finish. “It's only a room. I'm going to get everything out now."

"This house has a lot of rooms," Trevor replied after pausing. “It is the same whether you live in another room. If you need anything, let me know.”

In my heart, I scoffed. What did Trevor believe he was doing? Did I get this in exchange for giving up my room? Trevor was always like this. He definitely didn't like me, but he kept giving me hope, purposefully confusing me. But this time, he overthought things. I had no intention of living shamelessly in this house.

"Amora, let me help you move beyond the rest of your things." Rachel boldly lifted her eyebrows. She appeared to be eagerly assisting, but all she wanted was for me to give her space as soon as possible.

Rachel feigned to have accidently knocked the crystal ball on my table to the ground.

"Rachel, are you okay? Is your hand hurting?” As though holding a priceless gem, Trevor hurried to Rachel's side, took her hand and carefully examined it.

"I'm fine, but it's unfortunate that I broke the crystal ball," Rachel said, waving her hand apologetically. “This was a present you gave to Amora. Amora, I'm sorry, I'll help you glue it, it should be able to be put together again."

Despite its low value, the crystal ball was the first present Trevor gave me. Even though Trevor offered me more expensive gifts later on, this childhood friendship present was the most valuable.

I still cherished this crystal ball and kept it in the bedroom's most noticeable location.

Without concern, Trevor looked at the rubble on the ground and remarked to Rachel in a calming voice…