The market was quite small, spanning only a few hundred meters. A variety of products were on display, ranging from fresh produce to clothing and handmade accessories.
Renee approached a pottery stall that featured mugs and plates in all shapes and sizes. The earthenware seemed to be made of ceramic, and on each were detailed and beautiful vintage patterns.
She instantly had eyes on a white mug. There wasn't any complicated design on it, save for a faint black ombre design that covered the bottom half. When looked at on the whole, the mug looked like the Yin and Yang symbol.
"Mister, this mug looks interesting!" Renee pointed towards it and exclaimed.
"You have great taste, young lady!" Although the vendor was a foreign man, he was a heritage enthusiast. Seeing how Renee had a good eye on his products, he started explaining away.
"This cup's design is actually quite intricate. There's this thing called Taichi in the great Aeos far, far away from us… a rather mystical concept. It explains everything that exists in our world. Seeing how there's both white and black on this mug, it looks as if the colors are separated, but in reality, they are mixed together. They contrast greatly but attract each other regardless."
"Neither color can overpower the other, nor can they leave each other."
"Taichi…" Renee fell into deep thought as she stared at the mug.
She somehow thought of her past relationship with Stefan. Despite being complete opposites, they still couldn't suppress the mutual attraction they felt.
Just as she was about to have the vendor hand her the mug, a cold voice came from above her head. "I'm buying this mug."
Renee narrowed her eyes, turning around with a scowl. "What gives? I had eyes on it first!"
With a swift turn, her eyes were met with the man's intimidating gaze. It was then that she felt her soul leave her body, and she froze up on the spot. Her mind drew blanks, her body stiffened, and she was simply unable to utter a single word.
Since Renee wasn't reacting much, he didn't want to pay any more attention to her either. He turned to the vendor and said, "Please hand me the cup now. My fiance is still waiting for me."
'Seraphina is a woman of great taste, I'm sure she'll love this mug as a gift.'
"I'm sorry, this lady had her eyes on it first. I can't sell it to you." The vendor returned Stefan his thick stack of cash and brought the mug to Renee with a smile. "I hope this mug can brighten your day, young lady."
"I… I don't need it! You can just give it to him!" Renee backed away like a coward and quickly rushed out of the marketplace.
She had never expected to see Stefan again. Thinking back to their past and the deal she made with the skies, she viewed herself as a monster. She would only be safe as long as she stayed away from him.
'Just look at his current life now that I've left. It's amazing. Not only has he brought H Group to new heights, but he also got his happy ending as well. I could never give him the bliss that his expression so clearly shows…'
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