Three years of loving him, three days to erase myself from his world novel Chapter 6

Just then, Sera's aggrieved voice suddenly drifted up from downstairs. "Julian, my hands hurt. Come apply some more ointment for me..." Julian withdrew his hand instantly as if electrocuted, acting as though being a second too slow would be a disservice to Sera. Clara watched this with a mocking smile. "Isn't her hand hurting? Go on down." Julian looked embarrassed, perhaps feeling a bit guilty, and his attitude softened considerably. "You get some rest early then. Tomorrow, we'll go to the company together." "Mhm." Clara replied absentmindedly and turned her back to him. Once he left, she opened the property division contract. One billion in assets was secured. Next, she just had to wait for three days to attend the design exhibition and then leave this place for good. It was just... a pity for her three years of sincerity and love. Listening to the man downstairs showering Sera with meticulous care, Clara's throat tightened. She clutched the contract tightly, her knuckles turning white. It took a long while before she released her aching grip. She placed the contract in a drawer for safekeeping and gently closed it. It was an easily discoverable spot, but she didn't care anymore. If he found it, so be it. After doing all this, she let out a heavy breath and went to the walk-in closet to pack her things. Packing a little each day, she would be done in three days. However, when she saw the jewelry stored in the glass cabinet, her eyes still turned red. These jewels were all given to her by Julian on Valentine's Day, Qixi Festival, and other occasions over the past three years. Back then, her heart would race; she cherished them so much that she was afraid of scratching them, so she stored them all away instead of wearing them. Looking at it now, it was truly ironic. He lied about being too busy with work to keep her company, using some jewelry to brush her off, when in reality he was keeping Sera company. And she, like a fool, was genuinely spun around by his sweet words. Pulling her thoughts back, Clara stared at the row of jewelry in the glass cabinet. She pulled out her phone and contacted the owner of a second-hand luxury shop to help sell them. The owner was surprised: [Ms. Vance, these jewels are very expensive, and they look pretty much brand new. Are you sure you want to sell them? That's too much of a pity.] Clara gritted her teeth: [I'm sure.] After sending the message, Clara stared blankly at the screen for a moment before putting her phone away. Then, having packed her luggage, she closed the suitcase and placed it in the corner before returning to the bedroom to draw designs. The design exhibition was in three days. Although she still drew in her spare time over the past three years, she had undeniably grown out of practice. She had to work hard! Downstairs. Seeing Julian come down, Sera snorted aggrievedly and turned her head away, looking like a proud, arrogant little peacock. In the past, whenever she needed him, he would always be the first to come and keep her company. But now... Seeing this, Julian's eyes darkened slightly. He approached her and reached up to loosen his tie. He asked, "Sera, did you spill water on the floor on purpose to mess with Clara?" Sera froze momentarily. Julian: "Hmm?" "I didn't!" Sera turned to look at him, a bit guilty, but also somewhat exasperated. "Did Clara say something to you? Julian, she just doesn't like me. Don't be fooled by her!" "She isn't like that." Julian frowned, subconsciously defending Clara, but paused immediately after speaking. Sera, however, was pushed to the verge of tears by his retort. She glared at him with red eyes. "Julian, you've changed! Have you been around her so long that you've started to care for her?" Julian's dark eyes shifted, momentarily speechless. He didn't know what was wrong either; he just couldn't stand hearing anyone speak ill of Clara. But this wasn't caring! He irritably yanked his tie loose.