After She Left

Throughout four years together, Elena was never more than a second choice to Arthur, who constantly prioritized his friend Rosalie. Neglected anniversaries, a dismissive "drink warm water" while she burned with fever, and even forgetting her almond allergy finally broke her heart. Refusing to settle for half-hearted love, Elena walked away, leaving Arthur's frantic apologies unheard. While he ended up alone and driven out of the city by regret, Elena rebuilt her life and found genuine happiness with Noah—a man who finally put her first.