After all, his wealth and background were undeniably enticing.

What about this woman? Did she recognize him?

But the woman said no more. She simply stood next to him silently, holding the umbrella without making him uncomfortable.

Lucas stopped walking. He stood still, gazing into the distance.

The rain continued to pour down, as if it was trying to cleanse all the impurities from the world.

"Have you ever loved someone with all your heart?" the words slipped out of his mouth, surprising even himself. Why was he discussing this with a stranger?

Coco froze, her grip on the umbrella tightening. Then, she responded with just two words, "I have."

"Really?"

"But my love turned out to be a joke. He never loved me back. It was just a bet he made with other people, and I’m just a pawn in their game. What a cliché story, right?" Coco chuckled self-deprecatingly.

Although it happened a long time ago, it remained a scar in her heart.

In front of familiar faces, she always pretended to