He Confessed to Me in Front of My Ex — Novel

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When Vespera Darkwood overhears the cruel words of Zevian Maxwell, her long-time crush, everything she thought she knew about love shatters in an instant. After five years of devotion, she finds herself questioning her worth as she watches him flirt with someone else, surrounded by friends who only see her as a burden. In that moment, a chance encounter with Draxon Rainford, a charming waiter, ignites a spark she never expected. Could this be the escape she craves, or just a fleeting distraction from the truth?

As Vespera navigates through layers of betrayal and self-discovery, she grapples with her feelings for Zevian while exploring the unexpected connection with Draxon. With tensions rising and emotions running high, will she continue to play the role of the devoted girlfriend, or will she finally embrace her own desires? With each glance exchanged across the bar, the stakes grow higher, forcing Vespera to confront her past and decide what she truly wants for her future.

In a world where love can feel like a game, who will emerge victorious, and at what cost?

He Confessed to Me in Front of My ExChapter 1

For five long years, I had been by Zevian Maxwell's side, too willing to be with him through thick and thin.

One evening, one of his friends mocked, "Where’s your clingy girlfriend of yours? Why isn’t she here today?"

Upon hearing that, Zevian's brows raised, his face twisted with disgust. He uttered, "Come on, bring her up. She's annoying. I hate clingy people."

Laughter filled the bar as his friends egged him on, their teasing turning more vulgar with each passing comment.

Unbeknownst to them, I was here. None noticed me sitting at the table beside them, hearing every cruel word.

They also didn’t notice the cute guy sitting beside me, his arm draped casually over my shoulders. He smiled as he leaned in and asked, "Vespera, aren't you joyous I am with you?”

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Zevian Maxwell, the heartthrob of Adamson University and I had grown up together. He once told me he liked me and promised to marry me after graduation. Believing his words, I stayed by his side, solving all his problems, caring for him and becoming his obedient little follower.