Chapter 149
I nodded slowly “But Dexter lied to me”
“You’re so naive. You always think there’s a sliver of hope, that people aren’t beyond saving. But once someone crosses that line, you never know how far they fall Jeremy said, slightly lifting his chin, his eyes narrowing with disdain.
I knew he was mocking me. At work, I was sharp, decisive, always prepared. But when it came to life. I kept stupid avoidable ones
ot making mistakes. And worse, I made
In the elevator, I couldn’t hold back anymore. I tumed my face and let the tears fall freely. Before I even finished crying, a handkerchief appeared in front of me. It was Jeremy’s.
aw it all?
He said. “The elevator mirrors are everywhere. You can’t hide from me. I uw
I was speechless
That was when I realized the mirrored walls of the elevator reflected everything. My embarrassment–my tears–had been completely visible to him. My cars burned with humiliation.
I took the handkerchief from him. “Thanks”
“When this is over. I hope to see a real gesture of gratitude from you, not just words,” he said bluntly.
I nodded. “Twill.”
The elevator doors opened, and without a second glance, Jeremy stroile out, leaving me standing there.
I held his handkerchief, sniffing it. It had the faint scent of men’s cologne, mixed with the familiar sterile smell of disinfectant, Oddly enough, the combination brought me a strange sense of comfort.
By the time I left the hospital, I was sure. Dexter had deceived me. Iwas furious, and I went straight to Dexter and Rhea’s place. I slammed the door open
Rhea staled looked at me with wide eyes. “Sylvia, what are you doing here?” Behind her. Alton was hiding.
I grabbed Alton and dragged him into Dexter’s room.
Dester was still recovering, looking pale and weak.
I threw o
open the window and half–pushed Alton out, holding him by his side. The child screamed in terror
Rhea screamed too, while Dexter stood frozen in shock. “You–what are you—*
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I sneered. “Dexter, do you think I’m that gullible? You gave me fake blood donation records and kept swindling money from me.
“I don’t care if you’re trying to cover your mother’s debts, but why should I be the one paying? Why didn’t you make your relatives donate blood
“Do you even realize that Juno could have surgery next month! You’ve been lying to us for so long! Do you have any conscience left?” I screamed, tears streaming down my face as my emotions completely unraveled.
“Calm down, Sylvia, we can talk this out. Dexter scrambled to get out of bed.
“Talk When I tried to talk to you before, you treated me like a fool! And now you want to ‘talk‘? Your son’s life matters, but mine is worthless” I laughed bitterly, my voice cracking.
“Dexter, liuten to me. You’d better give me a damn good explanation today, or I’ll make sure your son, who’s already ten, accompanies Juno to the grave! You’ll all pay!” I shouted
As I stared at these two scur, my fury couldn’t be contained. I thought. To hell with the innocent child! Juno and I have backed down time and again–who would care for int
“Who would see us as the victims Abon deserves it–he never should have been born into this mess, a bastard child!
My reason had been swallowed by rage. I looked at Rhea coldly. “Go ahead, call the police. Let’s see who gets here faster–the cops or me throwing your son out of the window. Try me
Rhea trembled, and her phone clattered to the floor.
She knelt in front of me. “I was wrong… Please, Ms. Moreno, I beg you, don’t hurt Alton.”
