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He Ditch Me 52 Times
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00:00I dated my lawyer boyfriend for 5 years, he cancelled our wedding, 52 times, first time, his intern messed up
00:07some paperwork, he ditched me at the beach to fix it, I waited all day, alone, second time, we were
00:14mid ceremony when he bolted, heard that intern was getting heat from another lawyer and left me to face the
00:19guests and their stares, after that, every time we tried again, there was always some emergency with her, always, I
00:26finally hit my limit, I was done, packed up and breathed.
00:30I broke it off, but the day I left Ainsley, he totally lost it trying to find me, today was
00:34wedding attempt number 52 with Owen Tatter, no big crowd this time, just our families, I dragged myself through a
00:41fever to check the setup with the wedding director, Owen didn't even look at me, he was in the groom's
00:46room, giving Vanessa fond love, his intern, a full on ankle massage, she've shown up limping like always, my parents
00:53just shook their heads, really, again, has he ever cared about you?
00:58Everyone knew how badly I wanted this to finally happen, but right before the ceremony, he bailed, again, I chased
01:06after him, but he blocked me, Vanessa's legs still bad, I gotta take her to the hospital, let's postpone, next
01:13time, I swear.
01:15Then he turned and helped her into the car, 5 years together, 52 cancelled weddings, always because of her, I
01:22used to scream, demand answers, beg him to stay, this time, I smiled, it's fine, Vanessa probably can't wait, he
01:30blinked, caught off guard.
01:32Cool. I'll bring that strawberry cake you love tonight.
01:35I nodded. He shut the window, drove off. My smile dropped. I hate strawberries. I hate cake. He knows that.
01:44I told him the first time he brought it, forced down a bite so he wouldn't feel bad, then admitted
01:49I couldn't stand it. He even typed it into his notes, promised he'd remember.
01:54One year later, yeah, right. The sun was brutal. But my heart. I've. I laughed once, walked back in, called
02:03it off. Then I ripped up the dress I worn 52 freaking times. Time to shred those 5 years.
02:09Toon. In the end, my parents stuck around to comfort me. Why don't you come back to Caverton with us?
02:16They'd asked before. I slumped in my seat, glanced up at their hopeful eyes. Caverton Capital City, home to the
02:23biggest law firm around, their firm. I became a lawyer because of them. I was supposed to join right after
02:29graduation. Then I met Owen in grad school and followed him to Ainslie instead.
02:33He came from a tiny rural town. He hated it when anyone brought up having more. So I kept my
02:39background quiet. 4 or 5 years. He thought I was just another small town girl like him. So for the
02:45past 5 years, I never told him the truth. In his eyes, I was just another small town girl like
02:52him. In those 5 years, I went from newbie to name partner material. We crushed firm bonuses 3 years straight.
02:59Everyone called us the golden couple. I figured someday he'd be cool with the truth.
03:03But that moment never came. I sighed. No point now. Okay, I'll go. My parents lit up. Mom squeezed my
03:12hand. Good girl. We'll book your flight. You're not staying here and suffering.
03:17After settling them in, I went home. Still cold, still empty. I tossed together some pasta, opened social, and boomed
03:26Vanessa's latest post. She was in a tight workout set, all snuggled up to Owen.
03:31Dragged someone's almost groomed to play a match with me. He was kinda grumpy, but I promised him dinner at
03:36my place. That did the trick. Hehe.
03:39I gagged. He wasn't coming back tonight. Same old story. Thank goodness we never made it legal. I was done
03:46swallowing my pride.
03:47Next morning, I grabbed my bags and turned in my resignation. Mr. Spector, my boss, wasn't having it.
03:55With my track record, he tried hard to change my mind. While we were talking, Owen strolled in with some
04:01files.
04:02One look and bang. Love bite on his neck. Fruity perfume still clinging to him. He looked like he just
04:08crawled out of someone else's bed.
04:10Funny. He used to hate when I left marks. Said it looked unprofessional. So I never did.
04:15Even at our most intense. I'd dig into the sheets instead. Guess it wasn't about the marks. Just who they
04:22came from.
04:23Mr. Spector groaned. Perfect. Talk to your girlfriend. She's quitting. You two fight or something.
04:29It's not about him. I said. You're resigning?
04:32Owen jumped in, talking over me. His eyes flipped to mine. Draw clenched.
04:37Knew it. He said.
04:39You're still mad about the wedding being cancelled yesterday, huh?
04:42Mr. Spector ducked out to give us space. As the door clipped shut, Owen came closer.
04:48I told you, Vanessa hurt her leg. That's why I cancelled. Why are you being so petty?
04:53I kept my voice even. I'm not mad. Just tired. I need a break. He crossed his arms, frowning.
05:00Then take a vacation. Quitting like this makes it seem like you've got beef with Vanessa.
05:05How's a young girl like her supposed to stay here if people start whispering?
05:08He forgot. All my vacation days. Burned on every wedding he bailed on. But sure let's worry about
05:14poor Vanessa. The thought left me hollow. My eyes drifted to the mark on his neck. I didn't say a
05:20word. He caught me looking and covered it fast. It's a mosquito bite. Don't overthink it.
05:26Weird. No fight. Just excuses. Sloppy ones. Ones I used to fall for. I nodded. Kept quiet.
05:34Owen let out a breath and grinned. Slinging an arm around my shoulder.
05:38That's more like it. A good lawyer knows how to let stuff go. Don't quit over this, okay? I'll make
05:44it up to you. Dinner at Lunaya tonight. I didn't say a word. He took my silence as a yes.
05:50I meant to
05:51say goodbye. Keep it clean. Now, I didn't even feel like bringing up Carverton.
05:56Owen. Vanessa barged in like she owned the place. He flinched and dropped his arm. Vanessa gave this
06:01fake little laugh. Sorry to crash your date, but I really need help. I'm confused about this case.
06:08Without a glance my way, he walked over, took the file, and leaned in to ask what part she didn't
06:13get.
06:14She cozied right up to him. They whispered like I wasn't even there, locked in their own little bubble.
06:19Then she linked her arm through his and strutted out with him. Just before the door shut, she turned,
06:25flashed me a smug little smile then yanked it closed hard. Bang! The empty office went still.
06:30And then crack. My bracelet snapped clean off and shattered across the floor.
06:36No warning. It was our first anniversary gift. Owen said it symbolized how perfect and unbreakable
06:41we were. I stared for a beat, then quietly picked up the pieces, ignoring the sting,
06:47tossed them and the last of whatever we had straight in the trash. After I handed in my resignation to
06:52Mr.
06:52Spectre, I went back to my desk to wrap things up. Judy who was taking over for me shot me
06:57a look like
06:58she wasn't ready to let go. Reiny seriously? You're bailing? Now I'm stuck watching those two drool over
07:05each other all day. She nodded toward Owen and Vanessa. Owen looked like he was giving Vanessa a mild
07:10lecture. But whatever tension there was vanished when he pulled out a luxury bracelet like it was a freaking
07:15magic trick. Vanessa lit up and slid it on like it was her birthday. Then she saw me. And panicked.
07:21M.S. Reinsdorf. I swear there's nothing going on with me and Owen. It's just a bracelet. All eyes swung
07:29to us. Five years with Owen. And he never bought me anything remotely nice. And just like him, everyone
07:35here thought I was some clueless girl from nowhere who couldn't tell real luxury from knockoff.
07:40Their pity hit like a slap. Even Judy was seething. You're still dating him and they're making a fool out
07:45of you. I gave her hand a quick squeeze and shook my head. Chill. Then I looked at Vanessa. It's
07:52a
07:52gorgeous bracelet. Suits you. She blinked. Clearly expecting fireworks. Ms. Reinsdorf. Seriously. It's
08:00just a regular bracelet. Please don't be upset. Upset? Not even close. I had stuff like that lying around
08:06backing Captain. Owen stood up. All frowny. Rhymey stopped being unreasonable. I sighed and shook my head.
08:14I'm not mad. Y'all really need to stop making stuff up about me. I kept it chill. But Owen
08:20looked thrown.
08:21Then rolled his eyes. You better not be. He sat back down and talked to Vanessa with him. Judy leaned
08:26close.
08:27You're just gonna let that slide. I trucked. Flipping through some files. Yeah. As far as I'm concerned.
08:34We're done. After 52 failed wedding attempts. I was beyond over it. After work. Owen actually came
08:41over to help me pack. Hey. I booked Lunaya for eight. Let's hate out. Then he noticed my bare wrist
08:48and froze. Where's the bracelet I gave you? I didn't wanna risk breaking it so I left it at home.
08:54He eased up. Smiled a little. You used to wear eight every day. Why stop now? I hadn't even thought
09:00of a lie yet when Vanessa came bouncing over. Owen. I'm all packed. He turned to her instantly.
09:06Nodding like she was the only person in the room. Wait in the car. She made a beeline for the
09:12front
09:12passenger seat. In five years. I never sat there. He always said that spot was for his future wife
09:18Tony to wait till we were married. Vanessa shot me a smug little look. I just dipped my head.
09:23Silent. Not like it hurt anymore. Ah Lunaya. They sat cozied up on the same side. Ordering without
09:30even glancing at me. Didn't bother me. I just leaned on my hand and stared out the window.
09:35After tomorrow. None of this would matter. When the food showed up. Owen peeled a small
09:41plate of shrimp and slid it toward me. Shrimp's solid here. I looked up and caught his soft smile.
09:47Didn't expect him to remember me in a moment like that. Then Vanessa jumped in. I picked this place.
09:53Last time. He ate three whole plates. Owen turned red. Why would you say that in front of my fiancee?
09:59She giggled and looked at me like she suddenly remembered I existed. Oops. Sorry. Ms. Reinsdorf.
10:06Didn't mean to ruin his image. They laughed together. Right in front of me. I stared at the shrimp.
10:12Suddenly. It tasted like nothing. I forced one down. Then pushed the plate away. Not my thing.
10:19You guys can finish it. Shut them up for a second. Owen asked. Careful. Are you upset?
10:24I shook my head. Nah. Just too fishy. Not used to it. Like the two of you reeking.
10:31After dinner. Owen walked Vanessa home. Drunk and clinging to him. I was the one who closed the door
10:37behind them. Then I called a cab to the airport. Meanwhile. Owen was still blowing up our chat about
10:44the next wedding. Probably felt guilty or whatever. Don't worry. This time it'll happen. Nothing's going
10:50to get in our way. Me. Okay. But I already knew. It'd crash like every other time. Right before I
10:58boarded. Another message popped up. Vanessa's stomach hurts from drinking. I'm not coming home
11:03tonight. Take care of yourself. I actually laughed. Cold and quiet. Saw it coming a mile away. Me.
11:11No problem. Stay at her place. I've moved out. From now on. We're done. Owen. Goodbye. Forever.
11:19I blocked him right after. Deleted the whole thread. On the plane. I watched Ainsley glow in the distance.
11:26Back there. Owen was probably still staring at his screen. Stunned. Vanessa was already sober.
11:32Only one light glowed in the room. She slid her hands over Owen's chest. Dressed in a tiny slip.
11:37Owen. He shoved her off. Don't. She froze. His phone kept looping the same line. Sorry. The number
11:45you dialed is unavailable. He'd lost count. No answer. No way. She's just mad. He muttered.
11:52Jumping up. She doesn't mean it. I'll go home. That'll fix it. Owen grabbed his shoes and bolted,
11:59tuning out Vanessa yelling after him. He blew through red lights the whole way back. The second he opened
12:05the door. Pitch black. Riny hated the dark. Even when he wasn't home, she leave a light on. His chest
12:12tightened. Riny. He called into the silence. Nothing. Click. He flipped the switch. The room was bare.
12:19She was gone. Like, really gone. He crept toward the bedroom. Nerves shot. Still clinging to hope.
12:27Spotless. On the nightstand, their only photo ripped. Just his half left. His eyes locked on the
12:33background. College graduation. That was the day he swore he always treat her right. Then came the law
12:39firm. Then Vanessa. And little by little, he shoved Riny aside. He knew he messed up but told himself he
12:46always made it right. Like that last canceled wedding he took her to Lunire after. That counted, right.
12:52But then he froze. Dinner for two turned into three. He never even asked what she wanted. She said the
12:59shrimp tasted off. And he just left her there. No, he hadn't treated her right. Not even close.
13:05Panic hit hard. He tore through the apartment like she might've left something behind. Nothing.
13:11He stood frozen. That strawberry cake he swore he'd get Riny. Vanessa ate it. The roses he bought on the
13:17way home. Gave those to Vanessa too just because she let them. Over and over. Riny's gifts ended up in
13:24the
13:24wrong hands. No wonder she left nothing behind. Meanwhile, Vanessa's place. Total luxury showroom
13:30expensive bracelet. Custom bed. Smart everything. Designer closet. All on his dime. The more he
13:37thought about it, the worse it got. He jumped in the car and floored it to the firm. Mr. Spector
13:43was
13:43locking up when Owen rushed up. Out of breath. Did Riny creep? Spector blinked. You didn't know?
13:49She came in earlier. Insisted on resigning. Said it had nothing to do with you. And she'd explain to
13:55you later. Owen froze. Flashes of Riny trying to talk to him hit hard. But every time, Vanessa had
14:02dragged him off. He even defended her earlier that day. He never gave Riny a real shot to say anything.
14:08All he saw was Vanessa. Grabbing Spector's shoulders, eyes wild, he asked. Do you know where she went?
14:14Mister, Spector didn't flinch. Just brushed him off. She's not my employee anymore. Call her
14:20yourself. Out of leads. Owen saw her. And just sat there. For what felt like forever. Memories
14:28started creeping in. He and Riny met five years ago right at the law school gate. Riny had just
14:33finished a case with her advisor and was heading back to her dorm when Owen spotted her. Despite her
14:38protests. He insisted on carrying her suitcase all the way to the undergrad dorms. That's when she had to
14:44break it to him. She was a grad student. Awkward. Kinda cute. That's how it all started. Then came
14:51the coincidences shared meals. Same lectures. Casual hangouts that slowly turned into something more.
14:56She followed him to Ainsley, hoping they'd build a life together. It wasn't home to her, but she tried
15:02to make it one. Then came the talks about marriage. And right on cue, Vanessa showed up as the intern
15:08taking up all of Owen's time, all of his attention. Even Judy was mad for her, calling Vanessa
15:14shameless. But Riny knew the truth. It was never just about Vanessa. If it hadn't been her, it would
15:20have been someone else. Owen would have hurt her for anyone. Owen finally stood, tired of just sitting
15:26there. Out of the corner of his eye, something in the trash glinted. He walked over and froze her
15:31broken bracelet. That's when it hit him. It had snapped today, right when Vanessa pulled him away.
15:37He hadn't even looked back. He dropped to his knees, picking up the pieces, eyes burning.
15:43Judy leaned against the door, arms crossed. Too late for regrets. She's gone. Owen sniffled.
15:50It's fine. I'll fix this bracelet. Find her. She said her hometown's near mine. I'll take leave
15:56tomorrow. Go look for her. Don't bother. She's not from some tiny town. Owen froze.
16:02That's not true. She told me. She lied to protect your pride. Judy cut in. She's from Caverton,
16:10born and raised. Her family's well off. His face went ghost white. Suddenly, it all made sense.
16:16How polished she looked when they met. Even her plaintees had cost more than his whole outfit.
16:22Back then, he was too broke to notice. But now, no way someone like her came from the same world
16:28as him.
16:28Judy grabbed what she came for and turned to leave. Owen rushed after her.
16:33Judy, please. You're close with her. Just tell me where she really lived. I'm begging you.
16:38His hands were shaking. She had enough. Dream on. She finally got free. I'm not helping you drag her
16:45back into hell. He had nothing to say. She was right. He'd screwed up too many times. Maybe Judy had
16:52hated him all along. Riny was the only one who ever kept trying. Until she couldn't anymore.
16:57Judy slapped him hard across the face and walked off. Owen just stood there,
17:02palm on his cheek, whispering. Then I'll go to Caverton and find her.
17:06By the time I got back to Caverton, it was already late. My parents' early sleepers always were by the
17:13arrival gate, scanning every face. The second I spotted them, I ran straight into the arms,
17:18my voice shaky. Mom, Dad. Dad ruffled my hair, smiling wide.
17:24You're home. That's all that matters. Home hadn't changed it back. After two days
17:29of crashing, I jumped into work at the law firm they built. They kept it hush hush no one knew
17:34I was their kid. I had to go through everything like a regular newbie. Probation and all. But
17:39honestly, I felt lighter. Free. Starting now, I was doing this for me. If I crushed it in Ainsley,
17:46I could do it here too. Three months in, I passed probation. My parents threw a mini-feast at home.
17:53Knew my girl would crush it. Getting through probation at their firm. No joke. Right as Mom
17:58started setting the table, the doorbell rang. I opened it without thinking and there he was.
18:03Owen. Three months no contact.
18:06Riney.
18:07He looked rough. Thinner, messy hair. Nothing like the guy from Ainsley.
18:12His voice was all scratchy. Mom started walking over. What's going on? Panic mode. I shoved him
18:19outside. Be right back, Mom. Dragged him down the stairs and let go once I was sure she wasn't
18:24trailing us. How do you even find me? He shifted, looking guilty. Please don't be mad. I've been
18:30looking everywhere. Yesterday I spotted your mom driving into this neighborhood. Asked around
18:36heat up some old classmates followed her here. Stood outside forever before knocking. Then he pulled
18:41out a bracelet from his coat. The one you broke. I dug the pieces out of the trash and
18:46had it fixed. I stared. Four years on my wrist. Now back like some ghost. Even repaired. The
18:53cracks were obvious. I didn't take it. Keep it. Give it to Vanessa. Though with all the
18:58designer crap you've spoiled her with this probably looks like garbage. His head dropped.
19:03I messed up. I'm sorry. I didn't see it until you left. Just one chance. Let me fix this.
19:10No. Didn't even blink. I'm not walking back into that hell twice.
19:15Olin didn't say a word. Just shoved the bracelet into my hand like that would fix anything.
19:20Take it. It's your favorite. Doesn't mean anything. I just hope it makes you smile.
19:24I laughed. Sharp and cold. Eyes locked on the stupid thing.
19:28Yeah. I don't care about it anymore. Then I chucked it straight into the trash.
19:33Heard it crack at the bottom like it knew it was done. His eyes went wide. Mouth open. Nothing came
19:38out. I only cared about it cause I loved you. Everything you gave me used to matter. Now I
19:44can't even look at you. You make me sick. His eyes went red. He rubbed one like he could hide
19:49it.
19:50First time I ever saw him cry. But me. I'd cried plenty. When he got jumped after his first case.
19:56When he finally got that apartment in Ainsley. At our first wedding. And the first time he
20:01ditched me for Vanessa. Yeah. I cried like it was the end of the world. He went from acting
20:06like he cared to not give him a damn. Now he was crying just because I finally didn't want
20:11him. Losing his perfect little maid. Yeah. That'll sting. I did.
20:25I didn't look back. Just went home to finish dinner. Played it cool. My parents had no clue
20:30he showed up they were too busy loading up my plate and swapping lawyer hats. Mom chatting
20:35away. Dad peeling shrimp for me it all felt so easy with them. With Owen. I had to bed for
20:40that kind of warmth. Never got it. Good thing I'm still young. The next morning at work.
20:46The receptionist gave me a look. Ms. Reinstorf. Are you seeing someone? I shot her a brow.
20:52She pulled a bouquet and a little gift bag from under the desk. Some guy dropped these
20:56off. Said you weren't feeling great. Like girl problems. Told me to tell you to drink something
21:01warm. And the flowers? Said they'd brighten your day. I didn't touch the bouquet. Just check
21:06the card. Riny. I'll send you flowers every day from now on. Obviously. Owen. I backed
21:12away like they were radioactive. Toss them. Probably poisoned. She didn't hesitate.
21:18Got it. Got it. But Owen. Kept acting like he didn't know they were going straight to the
21:22trash. He sent flowers every single day. Like clockwork. Soon. Everyone at the firm thought
21:28I had a secret in my room. The younger ones kept dropping by to pry. I fed them random excuses.
21:34The receptionist was losing it. I told her to chuck the flowers at Owen's face and tell
21:39him to buzz off. Didn't slow him down. He just got sneakier. Started dropping them off
21:44at the door. I had no clue how he still had gas in the tank for this. One morning. I
21:49snapped.
21:50Woke up early. Caught him in the act. And stormed out. I chucked the bouquet right at his chest.
21:56This isn't sweet. It's straight up creepy. Cut it out. Owen flinched. Surprised. He bent
22:02down. All awkward. I just want you to be happy. Seeing your face ruins my mood. When are you gonna
22:08get that? He looked down. Totally deflated. I really thought Owen had finally peaced out of
22:14Cavitin. But nope do roped in some of my own co-workers to pull a fast one on me. People
22:18I
22:18actually liked. By the time I stepped onto the lawn. I was floored. It was the weekend. And just
22:24seeing Owen wrecked my whole vibe. He recreated our first wedding same setup. Same tux I had custom
22:30made for him. And there he was. Grilling like a dope. Reiny Reinstorf. Will you marry me?
22:36Kill the co-workers going wild. Say yes. Say yes. My blood boiled. After days of stalking
22:42and drama. How the hell did he think this would work? His eyes lit up. Like he actually believed
22:47this would be a fairy tale ending. You seriously think a knockoff wedding's gonna fix this?
22:51I snapped. Slap him. Hard. Right there in front of everyone. Silence. Just the music still
22:58playing. Someone nearby mumbled. He said he's your boyfriend. Are you too just? You're
23:02really buying that? I shot back. Aren't you all lawyers? Try using your brains. Where's
23:07the proof? They all stared at each other. Suddenly super interested in their shoes.
23:11Owen stepped toward me. I backed up on instinct. I know I screwed up. He said. I didn't think
23:17this would fix everything. I just wanted to make it up to you. I thought maybe. Maybe you'd
23:22smile again. I got wrapped up in Vanessa. At first. She was just an intern. She reminded
23:27me of us. Young. Lost. I hated seeing her get yelled at. So I defended her. Thought it
23:33was something real. But I was just running from the truth. I was wrong. When you left.
23:38It hit me. I've only ever loved you. I never wanted to marry anyone else. I'll redo the wedding
23:4452 more times if that's what it takes. We can register today if you want. Stay in Capitan.
23:49I'll stay. Go back to Ainsley. I'm there. I'm not walking away again. Just give me one
23:55more shot. His voice cracked. Eyes red. But me. None. Second chances. I gave him 52. And
24:02he blew every single one. He was in love with someone else. Didn't even try to hide it.
24:07Even if I said yes now. He just fade out again. Some things don't get fixed. The second I came
24:12back. We were done. In your dreams. I kept a chill. Got in the cab. And bounced. Owen just
24:19stood there. Then he ran after the car like that'd change anything. Too late. None of
24:23it mattered anymore. After that whole circus. I told everyone at the firm I was off the
24:28market for good. No dates. No flings. No guys trying to charm the way in. I was all in on
24:34my career now. Owen. He vanished. Probably crawled back to Ainsley. Meanwhile. I locked
24:40in. Case after case. I crushed it. People in legal circles started dropping my name. Then
24:46one day. A co-worker accidentally found out I was related to the firm's partners a.k.a.
24:50my parents. I braced for the nepotism whispers. Instead. They cracked up. No wonder you're such
24:56a beast you've got the boss's DNA. Only rock star parents could raise someone this good.
25:01And just like that. I exhaled. Hearing their praise. I let out a breath I didn't know I was
25:06holding. Yeah. I'd earned this. I started cashing in my vacation days and hit the road. Summer.
25:12I was beachside. Soaking up sun. Fall. Hiking through insane mountain views. Winter. Curled
25:18up at my parents place. Watching snow fall. Spring. Climbing peaks like I was chasing the
25:23new year. Time flew. I stopped counting the years. But eventually. I hit top performer status again.
25:30In Caverton. Everyone knew my name. Need a lawyer. I was their first call. People tried to shoot their
25:36shot. But I shot it down every time. The only man I trusted was my dad. And honestly. I
25:42almost forgot Owen ever existed. One day. A close friend asked if I wanted to visit Ainsley.
25:47Five years ago. That would've been a hard no. Now. I just raised a brow. Perfect. I know
25:53Ainsley liked the back of my hand. I'll be your tour guide. The second I stepped off the
25:58plane. It all came rushing back. While we were cruising around town. We passed my old law firm.
26:03I shot my friend a quick look and jumped out. Had to see Judy. It'd been five years. We both
26:09looked different. I glanced at the wall of honor and there she was. Judy. Now a senior
26:14partner. I couldn't stop smiling. Griny. That voice. I turned around. Judy's long hair
26:20was gone now it was sleek and sharp. She looked like she fully stepped into her power. It's
26:25really you. She rushed over and hugged me tight. I missed you so much. I smiled. I was
26:31in town with a friend and figured I'd swing by. Judy grinned. Did you hear? Owen and Vanessa
26:36are long gone. Apparently, in the past five years, Owen totally lost his edge. Couldn't
26:41win a case to save his life. Vanessa. She tricked him into getting her pregnant, then quit working
26:46altogether. Just laid around, living off him. Owen finally hit his limit and tried to leave. But
26:52Vanessa, clung on like it was her full-time job. Within a year, it was chaos. She even brought her
26:58whole family over, demanding a wedding. Already spiraling, Owen snapped. Mr. Spector booted him
27:04after yet another blown case. Everyone in Ainsley knew he was a walking punchline. He ended up selling
27:10the apartment and dragging Vanessa back to his tiny hometown. I blinked. He'd worked so hard to
27:15escape that place only to land right back where he started. Judy just laughed. Serves him right.
27:20Through what he put you through, he earned every bit of it. I nodded, smiling. She wasn't wrong.
27:26Just then, my friend strolled over. What are you two gossiping about? Judy gave her a once-over,
27:32smiling. This must be your friend. She's stunning. I laugh. Yep. Want to hang out together? Definitely.
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