The lights coming back on had terrified him. For the next three days, Arthur completely isolated himself. The butler informed me, with a hint of sympathy, that my services would no longer be required after today; my sister was returning, and Mr. Sterling had demanded the house be cleared of "distractions."

The bitter billionaire had retreated back into his cage.

With a heavy heart, I packed my bag. I didn't leave a note this time. I walked out the heavy front doors, the afternoon sun blinding after the gloom of the estate. I reached the gravel driveway, my hand on the handle of my beat-up car, accepting that some men couldn't be saved.

"Ruby!"

The rough, desperate shout echoed across the courtyard. I spun around. The massive oak double doors were wide open. Arthur stood in the doorway, his chest heaving. He hadn't crossed that threshold in five years. His face was pale with sheer terror, but the bitter anger was completely gone, replaced by absolute determination.

He took a step. His expensive shoes crunched against the gravel. He was outside. For me.

I ran to him, meeting him halfway as he dropped to his knees, pulling me fiercely against his chest. "I was angry at the world because it kept spinning without them," he choked out, burying his face in my neck. "But now... I'm terrified it will keep spinning without you."

He stood up, his hands gripping my waist like a lifeline, and finally crashed his lips onto mine. It was a kiss of pure survival, shattering his bitter cage once and for all.

HE STEPPED OUTSIDE! 😭 We are officially a puddle of tears. Arthur fighting past his trauma and his anger to stop Ruby from leaving is the grand gesture we all needed! Did this epic finale make you swoon? Tell us your favorite part of Arthur and Ruby's story below! 👇 Hit ❤️ to celebrate their beautiful new beginning, and share this amazing complete series with your bestie! ☀️