Chapter 180

• Tristan sighed, he looked at Oliver, he could see the pain in Oliver's eyes, but this time, the truth needs to be on the table, "He cared for me in ways that I only comprehended once he was no longer a part of my life. Yes, he didn't give me the love I desired then, but he provided me with the love I needed."
• Oliver nodded, no longer shedding tears. Tristan felt sympathy for him as he tilted his head and softly said, "I'm sorry, Oliver. You deserve better..."
• Oliver shook his head. "Don't..." he let out a sad and soft chuckle, "Who am I fooling? I knew all along that you never stopped loving Roth, it was always obvious. I guess I was somewhat expecting it, just did my best to postpone it for as long as possible." Then, he picked up the flower bouquet from the stool and approached Tristan. "Don't apologize. You're doing me a favor. You're making room for someone who will truly love me back - in my own way," Oliver chuckled, glancing at the party popper.