Twins in Her Womb (Bianca and Luke Crawford novel) novel Chapter 3406

As Luca listened to his tone that was full of regret, she felt a slight pang in her heart.

She recalled when she had a child and continued pursuing her education. If she had given up on herself back then, perhaps she and Luke would not find themselves here today.

Luca felt she was much more fortunate than the volunteer. Even though she loved her father, she also understood the importance of education and did not let her father’s illness cause her to give up.

She was also fortunate to have a father who supported her education.

At the thought of this, Luca could not help but ask, “Do you regret it?”

“No, I don’t regret it,” the volunteer smiled. “Actually, I always look at it in a positive light. Back then, several boys in my class liked her. If I hadn’t confessed, she might have become someone else’s girlfriend. If there’s anything I regret over the years, it’s that I was too selfish and it affected her studies.

“I never thought that being in a relationship at a young age would affect studies. A couple can date and study at the same time, it doesn’t have to waste anyone’s education. She pushed me to study well, but I didn’t listen… I foolishly thought that even if I didn’t study, I could still give her a good future with my efforts. Everything I have now is mocking the naive and reckless person I was back then.

“In the early years, I didn’t understand why her parents opposed us being together. I even hated them for tearing us apart. But as my life and work became harder, I realized they made the right choice.

“She’s a good girl and deserves better, so I shouldn’t have held her back.”

By the end of his story, Luca let out a heavy sigh.

What a heartbreaking story.

It had stretched from his youth into his middle age.

In the end, all that remained was an endless sense of regret.

Luca did not know what the man in front of her would do after his recovery, but it seemed there would never be another chance with the woman in his heart.

There was no longer even the slightest connection between them.

He had once loved that girl so much, but now, she had become someone else’s wife and someone else’s mother. They were no longer in contact.

“Did you two ever get in touch again?” asked Luca.

“We kept in touch at first. But when I found out she was getting married, I cut off all contact. She told me that I was still the one she loved the most, but after spending those years abroad, she realized the gap between us. She said it was impossible for things to go back to how they were. Even if I threw caution to the wind and went abroad to try and win her back, it wouldn't work either. At that point, I knew—this girl would stay in my heart forever, and I could never touch her again. So, I changed my phone, switched all my contact information, even cut ties with old classmates. That way, she couldn't find me, and I couldn't find her either.” He recalled what happened later without regret.

“Actually, I think this is for the best. If we’d kept in touch, I’d still have hope, thinking maybe I’d run overseas and do something immoral. But now, it’s just right.”

Luca smiled.

The volunteer yawned. “Ms. Craw, I think I’m a little tired.”

“Get some rest. We’ll rest in the medical vehicle tonight, and tomorrow we can get you back to your room.” Luca glanced at the time. It was already past ten in the evening. She had not realized just how much time had passed as they talked.

“When my eyesight comes back, I’m going to take a good look at this little yard,” he mumbled.

Luca listened to the steady rhythm of his breathing and gently slowed down the IV drip. She took out her phone, and pondered for a moment before sending a message to Luke: [Luke, do you regret being with me?]

A few seconds after sending it, Luke’s call came through.

Luca stepped out of the medical vehicle, hiding in a corner to make sure no one was around before answering. “Yes?”

“Why are you asking something like that all of a sudden?” Luke’s voice was deep, like the cool breeze of the night, brushing against her and clearing away the regrets that had lingered in her heart from hearing the story.