THE DAY I QUIT HIM NOVEL

chasing light finding peace by rohan verma 275 Summary In "Chasing Light, Finding Peace," the story unfolds with a conversation between Lana, Autumn, and Nina, revealing the dynamics of their relationships. Lana, concerned for Autumn, urges her to share her feelings, while Nina playfully interrupts, highlighting the tension between the siblings. Owen, Autumn's husband, enters the scene, showcasing his protective nature towards Autumn, which brings a light-hearted banter among the characters.

Despite the playful atmosphere, Autumn feels a mix of warmth and anxiety about Owen's departure, indicating her reliance on his support. As the dialogue shifts, Nina's demeanor changes when the topic of her internship arises. The mention of Leo, her potential boss, triggers memories of a regrettable night they spent together, leading to her internal struggle with feelings of embarrassment and fear of judgment. Nina grapples with the implications of their encounter, worried that her professional aspirations are now tainted by personal history.

This emotional turmoil is palpable, contrasting with the earlier light-hearted exchanges, and highlights her vulnerability. Autumn, noticing Nina's distress, takes the initiative to reach out to Leo on her behalf, demonstrating her supportive nature. The phone call reveals that Leo is interested in hiring Nina full-time, alleviating some of her worries. However, Nina's reluctance to respond to Leo's texts stems from her internal conflict about their past.

Autumn's encouragement for Nina to seize the opportunity reflects her understanding of the importance of pursuing one's dreams despite personal setbacks. The narrative also touches on Autumn's reflections about her past feelings for Leo and her admiration for ambitious individuals, contrasting her experiences with her current life. As the story progresses, Nina's struggle with her emotions and the unexpected opportunity presented to her creates a tension that resonates throughout the chapter.

The bond between the characters is tested, revealing deeper layers of their relationships and the challenges they face in navigating personal and professional realms. Continue Regular Chapter Reading Below **TITLE: Chasing Light, Finding Peace by Rohan Verma** **LANA Can Be** "You need to tell me what's going on," Lana insisted, her voice firm yet laced with concern. Before Autumn could muster a response, Nina, unable to contain herself any longer, interjected, "Seriously, you two! I'm right here, you know?

Are you just going to ignore me and have your own little secret conversation?" "And Owen, do you really think you're being fair here?" she added, crossing her arms in mock indignation. Owen turned his gaze to Nina, the warmth that had radiated toward Autumn evaporating instantaneously, replaced by the exasperation one might reserve for a particularly bratty child. "How exactly am I being unfair?" he retorted, his tone edged with irritation. Nina pointed a finger at her own nose, emphasizing her point. "You're ignoring your sister just to ask her a bunch of pointless questions!

Do you think that's appropriate behavior?" To Nina's surprise, Owen played along with her childish banter, a smirk creeping onto his face. "And why wouldn't it be? Autumn is my wife, the mother of my child. What's wrong with showing a little concern for her?" "But you already know how she's doing, so why ask again? Don't you think that's just a bit cheesy?" Nina shot back, raising an eyebrow. Owen's expression shifted into mock disbelief. "*I'm* cheesy?" he replied, feigning shock. Nina felt a chill run down her spine, sensing the shift in the atmosphere.

She quickly coughed, trying to backtrack. "No, no! *I'm* cheesy. I'm the cheesy one, okay?" Owen let out a snort of laughter. "Your mission today is to stick by your sister-in-law's side and not leave her for even a moment." "If I see her alone for even a second, you're going to be the one I hold accountable. And don't even think about your allowance!" "What? How could you do that?" Owen exclaimed, feigning horror. Nina attempted to protest, but one icy glare from Owen silenced her immediately. "Fine, fine! I get it," she relented, throwing her hands up in defeat.

Owen let out another snort, as if to say, *You really think you can challenge me?* From the sidelines, Autumn couldn't help but chuckle at the sibling banter. As soon as she laughed, Owen turned his attention back to her. "I might be a bit busy today, so I'll have Nina stay with you. Don't be nervous; I'll find you as soon as I can," he assured, giving Autumn's hand a gentle pat. "If anyone offers you cash gifts, just take them. Don't be polite about it," he added with a wink. Autumn nodded, a smile creeping onto her face.

"Okay." Only then did Owen walk away, glancing back every few steps, as if reluctant to leave. Nina made a tsk-tsk sound, shaking her head. "I should've recorded that for everyone to see," she mused. "I can guarantee that no one would ever believe the cold and distant Mr. Bennett acts like this in private," Autumn replied, a hint of warmth in her voice. Nina's playful teasing made Autumn blush, and she quickly changed the subject. "Alright, enough about your brother. Are you hungry?

Should we go grab something to eat?" Nina, catching onto Autumn's attempt to divert the conversation, feigned a wounded tone. "I knew it! You're already taking his side. You don't love me anymore!" Autumn felt torn between laughter and concern. "Then let me treat you to some food as an apology, okay?" she offered, trying to lighten the mood. "The incredible Nina is so magnanimous, surely you can forgive me, right?" Nina lifted her chin with mock pride. "Fine.

I suppose I can reluctantly forgive you." **Cat Movie St** Autumn erupted into laughter, the sound brightening the atmosphere around them. Nina's personality was genuinely infectious; even Autumn, who typically wasn't one to tease, found herself wanting to poke fun at her sister-in-law. "By the way, Nina, did you manage to sort out that internship at my friend's company? Did you sign the contract?" Autumn inquired, her curiosity piqued. At the mention of the internship, Nina's body stiffened, her demeanor shifting instantly. "You mean...

Leo Rhodes?" she asked, her voice tinged with an unexpected tension. Autumn noticed the change and immediately felt a pang of concern. "What's wrong? Did he not agree to let you join?" "Ahem, no, it's not that..." Nina hesitated, searching for the right words. "It's just..." No matter how hard she tried to avoid it, Nina found herself grappling with the memories of that night after they had gone out for drinks.

*I seriously regret this now.* *I should never have taken Leo to that bar in the first place.* *I had no idea the bartender there made the drinks that strong.* *And I definitely didn't expect that Leo and I would end up having a drunken one-night stand together in a hotel room.* The thought of waking up next to him the next morning was too awkward to bear. Leo had texted her a few times in the days that followed, but fear gripped her heart, preventing her from looking at or replying to his messages. She simply pretended he didn't exist. Naturally, the internship remained in limbo.

Who would dare to work for their boss after having slept with them in such an embarrassing manner?! *He probably doesn't want me as an intern anymore, right?* *He probably thinks I'm some kind of promiscuous woman who just sleeps around.* The thought made Nina's heart sink, casting a shadow of disappointment across her features. "Nina?" Autumn asked, breaking through Nina's spiral of thoughts. Autumn hadn't anticipated such a peculiar reaction to a simple inquiry. She pulled out her phone, determination in her eyes.

"Let me text him for you and see what's up." As the words left her mouth, Nina's heart raced. "Autumn-" She felt as though her world was crumbling. Desperately, she lunged for the phone, but she was acutely aware that making a scene would only raise Autumn's suspicions. Just as she was about to plead with her to hang up, a familiar voice echoed through the speaker. "Autumn?" That voice sent Nina spiraling back to the whispered words he had spoken while they were tangled together.

Although parts of that night were a blur due to the alcohol, she couldn't shake the memory of his voice-magnetic and seductive. "I'm not interrupting anything, am I?" Autumn glanced at the time, her brow furrowing slightly. "Do you have a minute to chat?" Nina felt as though all the air had been sucked from the room. "Of course," Leo replied without hesitation, his tone as smooth as she remembered. Leading Nina to a quieter corner, Autumn continued, "So, Leo, it's about Nina's internship at your company.

I was just wondering if there's been any update?" A moment of silence hung in the air on Leo's end, and when he finally spoke, his tone was layered with complexity. "Did she ask you to call me?" "No, this was my idea," Autumn replied, defending her sister-in-law without throwing her under the bus. Seeing how distracted and uneasy Nina appeared, Autumn worried that there had been some sort of fallout between Leo and Nina. "I see. Well, to be honest, having Nina come in as an intern would be a total waste of her talent.

I've already discussed it with the art department, and we'd like to hire her as a full-time concept artist." "But I've been texting her for the past few days, and she hasn't replied, so the whole thing is on hold for now." "On top of that, the artist who left with our original designs is now embroiled in a legal battle with us. It's been chaotic, so I haven't had a chance to see her in person." "Autumn, if it's not too much trouble, could you let Nina know for me? There's a position waiting for her. She can start as soon as she's ready.

Just have her text me back so we can discuss her salary." Autumn beamed. "Okay, I'll make sure she calls you back." "Thanks, Leo." "Anytime." As Autumn hung up, she turned to Nina, curiosity etched on her face. "So, why haven't you been answering his texts?" "Is it because you don't want to work at his company?" "N-no, that's not it!" Nina exclaimed, her voice a little too passionate, realizing too late that she might have overreacted. She bit her lip, her defenses crumbling. "I was just in a bad mood." "I'm sorry, Autumn.

I didn't mean to make you worry." Autumn wanted to delve deeper, to understand why Nina was feeling down. But she recognized that Nina had never brought it up herself. With her personality, if she wanted to talk, she would have done so directly rather than being so evasive. It must be one of those things a young woman prefers to keep to herself, Autumn thought. Deciding to be considerate, she opted not to press further. "It's okay. If you're feeling low and don't want to talk to family, it's important to find other outlets. But don't let it interfere with your work.

Leo's company is one of the most promising in the country. If you want to go, don't hesitate. Seize this opportunity." Nina nodded earnestly. "I know." From their conversation, it was clear that Leo didn't view that night as a significant event at all. It made sense; they were both adults, and there was no reason to dwell on it. Besides, Nina was aware of Leo's feelings for her sister-in-law, Autumn. Even though the chance of anything blossoming between them was nonexistent, Leo wouldn't easily forget someone he cared about. So, there was no reason for her to feel awkward about it.

She should simply regard that night as just a fleeting encounter. Nina swallowed the strange bitterness rising in her throat, turning her head away so Autumn wouldn't see the redness in her eyes. But Autumn's concern remained palpable. "Nina?" Autumn was puzzled. Nina had once been so enthusiastic about breaking into the gaming industry. Now, not only was she being offered an internship, but she could also become a full-fledged concept artist and negotiate her own salary with the boss. Why then did she look so despondent? This wasn't the Nina Autumn knew.

"I'm fine, Autumn," Nina replied, forcing a smile. "It just feels a little surreal. I never thought this day would actually come," she added, a hint of disbelief in her voice. Autumn smiled warmly. "You're incredibly talented. This is the position you deserve." "Didn't Leo praise you last time too?" Nina sensed that Autumn held Leo in high regard, and an idea sparked in her mind. She looked at Autumn curiously. "Autumn, did you... ever have feelings for your old friend from school?" Autumn paused, taken aback by the sudden question.

After a moment of contemplation, she replied, "I think I probably did, back then." Autumn had always been drawn to ambitious and capable individuals. She admired self-made entrepreneurs and viewed them as her idols, which was a significant reason why she had been so supportive of Mars Wright in the first place. Fresh out of college, Mars had been a whirlwind of energy and ambition. He might have lacked certain skills, but he was like a perpetual motion machine, always uplifting everyone's spirits.

There were times when Autumn felt exhausted and wanted to give up, but Mars always knew precisely what to say to reignite her motivation. Looking back now, however, her memories of Mars had taken on a more negative hue. Autumn was uncertain whether he had genuinely been that bright and encouraging or if he had merely been trying to keep her engaged for his own benefit. After all, if Mars hadn't persistently pushed her to pursue her own business, whispering all sorts of encouragement in her ear, she might have actually given up and returned to inherit the Lopez Group.

"But Leo was just an old classmate to me, nothing more. I truly admire his relentless drive, but that's where it ends. We're not in the same field, so there wasn't much else to discuss," she concluded, her voice steady. Nina nodded, absorbing her sister-in-law's words. Conclusion In the closing moments of this chapter, the tension and uncertainty that had clouded Nina's mind begin to dissipate, replaced by a flicker of hope and renewed purpose. Autumn's unwavering support and the unexpected opportunity presented by Leo serve as a catalyst for Nina to confront her fears and insecurities.

The realization that she is not alone in her struggles, and that the past does not define her future, allows her to embrace the potential that lies ahead. As laughter returns to their conversation, the warmth of familial bonds shines through, reminding both women that even in moments of doubt, they have each other to lean on. Meanwhile, Autumn's journey of self-discovery intertwines with Nina's, as she reflects on her own past and the complexities of ambition and relationships.

In the upcoming chapter of *Chasing Light, Finding Peace*, readers can expect to see the tension between Nina and her unexpected past with Leo come to a head. As Autumn continues to probe into Nina's reluctance to engage with Leo, secrets long buried may resurface, threatening to complicate their familial bond. Will Nina finally confront her feelings about the night she spent with Leo, or will she continue to bury them beneath layers of denial? The stakes are high, and the emotional fallout could change everything.

Moreover, Autumn's unwavering support for Nina will be tested as she navigates her own feelings about Leo. With the prospect of Nina stepping into a significant role at Leo's company, will Autumn be able to maintain her composure and stand by her sister-in-law, or will her past feelings for Leo create a rift between them? As the chapter unfolds, the dynamics between these three characters are bound to shift, leading to moments of both heartwarming connection and painful revelation.

Prepare for an emotional rollercoaster that promises to explore the complexities of love, ambition, and the ties that bind family together. admin