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Chapter 9 I used to think their friendship was unbreakable, but it was all built on Julian’s money. It all crumbled into nothing the moment a gust of wind blew. Time flew by and before I knew it, the end of the year was here. The project team I led exceeded all expectations and everyone … Read More “Be My Own Light Chapter 9” »
Chapter 8 They were all a bad crowd, pretending to be close friends while secretly pursuing more intimate relationships. The blog post instantly became the hottest topic online as soon as it went live. The tide quickly turned against Anne. Even while she was hospitalized, people would whisper and point at her. The nurse taking … Read More “Be My Own Light Chapter 8” »
Chapter 7 I calmly and deliberately uttered each word as if driving sharp knives into his heart. “Back then, you’d stayed by her bedside for three days and three nights straight.” I finally saw the pain on his face, but it wasn’t as satisfying as I had imagined. I was utterly drained and only wanted … Read More “Be My Own Light Chapter 7” »
Chapter 6 When I first arrived in Lespurg, I suffered from sleepless nights due to the heartbreak and difficulty adjusting to the new environment. Whenever I finally fell asleep, I’d dream about the first time I met Julian. Back then, I had just graduated from college. I’d gotten into a massive fight with my family … Read More “Be My Own Light Chapter 6” »
Chapter 5 No one knew how long Anne had been bedridden in the hospital, but Julian’s eyes were red from staying up. Anne frowned at his unkempt appearance and pretended to be considerate. “Julian go back and rest for a few days, let Sam take over. 11 Julian glanced at the empty chat window with … Read More “Be My Own Light Chapter 5” »
Chapter 4 During my week in the hospital, Julian never came to visit. Maybe he didn’t even realize I was still pregnant. I wasn’t surprised; that was just how he was. I used to make excuses for him all the time, but not anymore. After a week of rest, my body had recovered enough for … Read More “Be My Own Light Chapter 4” »
Chapter 3 Julian’s smile froze as his phone buzzed in his pocket. He picked it up and Sam’s voice rang loudly in the quiet room. “Julian, hurry over! Anne fainted on the way here and we still need someone to pay for the hospital fees.” Julian grabbed the bank card we had all been saving … Read More “Be My Own Light Chapter 3” »
Chapter 2 Julian finally looked up. He casually ordered without noticing how pale I was, “Scarlett, go make us something simple to eat and make some soup for Anne. It’ll help her recover.” A sharp pain stabbed at my heart, making it hard to breathe. I turned and walked into the kitchen, trying to block … Read More “Be My Own Light Chapter 2” »
Chapter 1 When I was two months pregnant, Julian asked me to give his childhood friend a blood transfusion. I refused because I was anemic, but his friends were all saying that I ignored the overall situation. “Anne is lying in the operating room and you’re the only one with a matching blood type. What’s … Read More “Be My Own Light Chapter 1” »