A Journey from Bitterness to Truth (Matilda and Yvan) novel Chapter 711

Keaton's mind was a whirlwind of thoughts, and for a fleeting moment, he even considered bolting before Matilda could catch sight of him sitting with Yvan.

If Matilda realized he was there, she'd instantly connect the dots about his relationship with Yvan.

But it was too late.

As Yvan embraced her and they moved closer, Matilda lifted her eyes and immediately spotted Keaton, sitting in the booth, gazing at them in a daze. Her mind buzzed with confusion!

Why... Why was Keaton here?

How did Keaton know someone like Yvan?

And then, it hit her.

A surge of emotion, fueled by alcohol and shock at the unfolding truth, spread through her, seeking an outlet it couldn't find.

Keaton only knew the Yvan from six months ago, so his presence beside this Yvan meant the truth was glaringly obvious...

This Yvan... was the very same one who had vanished after that cliff accident years ago.

Tears welled up in Matilda's eyes as she struggled out of Yvan's embrace, turning to face Keaton with a look of realization.

He was Yvan, the one who had left her to shoulder such pain alone for so long, never choosing to return!

He had forgotten everything, so he had the audacity to re-enter her life with no obligations, using "forgetfulness" as a scapegoat to sever all ties with the past!