Chapter 22

Ella stormed out of Jerry's apartment building, her heart feeling heavy with sadness and frustration. She had always known that Jerry's marriage to Vivianwas arranged, but she had hoped that he would eventually fall out of love with his wife and realize his feelings for her, Ella.

But Jerry's response had shattered all of her hopes and dreams. He had made it clear that he could not goagainst his father's wishes and leave Vivian, even if he didn't love her. Ella understood how difficult it must be for Jerry to go against his family's traditions, but she couldn't help feeling hurt and rejected.

As she walked down the busy city street, Ella's thoughts raced, trying to figure out what to do next. She loved Jerry and didn't want to lose him, but she couldn't keep putting her life on hold until his marriage ended. She knew that she needed to take action if she wanted to make Jerry see how much she loved him.

Ella made up her mind and quickly headed towards the city's central park. She neede