Chapter 13 The non - stop flight to Holland finally took off from the airport at dawn the next day after weather delays . Shirley sat by the window , watching the distant cityscape fade from view . Familiar landmarks shrank until they vanished completely . All she could see now were endless mountains and clouds . Only as the plane climbed higher did Shirley truly feel she'd left everything behind . This was her first solo journey to a foreign country - something she'd never imagined for herself , lacking the courage until now . Shirley had often wondered : without this amnesia , she'd probably still be trapped in the cage she'd built for herself . Shirley realized that change might be the only way to discover letting go wasn't so painful after all . After learning those who claimed to love her never truly did , she chose to walk away quietly . Whether it was Timothy or her own parents , Shirley held no more expectations . Expectations bred disappointment , so she simply stopped hoping . Surprisingly , this choice brought her no pain or regret - only relief remained . Along with a quiet anticipation that grew steadily stronger . 0.00 % 00:29 Chapter 13 288 Vouchers This mindset lifted the dark clouds in Shirley's heart . She pulled out her phone , scrolling through saved travel destinations . Time to plan where this journey would begin . Unknowingly , the plane landed on the ground . The cabin door slowly opened . Shirley took a deep breath and dragged her suitcase towards the baggage claim to get her luggage . The long flight made her a bit tired , causing her to lose her balance , and her suitcase slammed into the leg of a man beside her . " Sorry ! " Shirley hurriedly looked up to apologize , and the moment she saw the man's face , her breath caught for a moment . She saw a man with a tall and straight figure , deep - set eyes , a gentle smile on his lips , exuding an elegant and composed aura . He was really handsome , so handsome that it was unforgettable at first sight . " It's alright . " The man bent down gentlemanly and helped her straighten her suitcase . Shirley thanked him and hurriedly grabbed her luggage to leave . Stepping out of the airport , a gust of hot wind hit her face , snapping her back to reality . She had truly left everything behind now , and a wave of relief washed over her . Her phone rang right then - it was Barbara Brown calling . 30 84 % 11 00:30 Chapter 13 288 Vouchers " Shirley , why did you suddenly go abroad ? Did something happen ? " Her friend's anxious voice came through the receiver . " I saw your location on Social Media Feed overseas and got scared ! " Gazing at the distant stream of traffic , Shirley replied softly , " I got divorced . I came here to put distance between Timothy and me . " A brief silence hung on the line before Barbara's disbelieving voice responded . " But weren't you crazy about him ? How could this- " " That's all in the past . " Shirley smiled bitterly as Timothy's gentle gaze toward Patricia flashed through her mind . " I've realized the person he loves is Patricia . I won't force this meaningless marriage anymore . After all these years , I finally understand - I deserve to live for myself . " " When I saw Timothy for the last time , I felt nothing inside . No love , no hatred . I've learned to let go . He never loved me - that's the truth . His heart belongs to someone else , and I wish them well . I accept this imperfect ending and release the stubborn version of myself . " Barbara sighed . " I always knew Timothy didn't appreciate you . But it's for the best- only by leaving the wrong person can you find the right one . " " Remember our old promise ? Come help me with my company . I've started one here and desperately need a reliable CEO . With your skills , you'd steer it perfectly . "