Chapter 564: Uncle Miller

"And most importantly he doesn't remember you. How come he would know that you will be hurt by those words?

Lea understanding your partner doesn't mean you have to bear everything and act as if everything is okay when you are hurt.

"A true understanding partner knows when to communicate and when to speak up about their own feelings too," Sheng Yin continued, her voice gentle but firm.

"You don't always have to pretend to be okay, Lea.

If something bothers you, talk to him. Holding it in will only create a gap between you two, and you deserve better than that. You both do."

"I know you're right," Yu Holea whispered, feeling a lump form in her throat. "I thought I could handle it... I thought if I stayed silent, I'd spare him the pressure. But it's starting to feel like... like I'm losing him."

Sheng Yin pulled Yu Holea into a gentle embrace, her voice soft.