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He didn’t harbor any affection for Susanna. His feelings toward her were merely born out of guilt that he wished to make amends for. However, after Helen hurt Lenora and his grandfather passed away, not a shred of that guilt remained.
He was fond of her, but she simply didn’t believe it.
After all, it wouldn’t make sense for him to propose divorce if he had been in love with her for a long time. If he had fallen for her not long before the divorce, then he shouldn’t have had a change of heart so easily.
“I didn’t ask Susanna to quit acting, nor did I plan to marry her. Nora, I like you. I know you might not believe me, but I still need to tell you that I like you. I’ve liked you for a long time now. It’s just that… I was foolish, and failed to recognize my own feelings…”
Lenora found it amusing and laughed out loud. “You’ve had feelings for me for a long time, but you just didn’t realize it? Zachary, do you really think I would believe such an excuse? You claimed to love me, yet you left of a business trip for a month to meet Susanna? You professed your love, but then you proposed. divorce? You said you loved me, but told me you’d make me abort our child even if I were pregnant? You loved me, but allowed others to slander me as a homewrecker? You were supposedly in love with me, but you went to see Susanna on our wedding anniversary? You loved me, yet you told my aunt at our wedding that you would divorce me in the future?”
Lenora enunciated each word carefully, her query delivered with a clear and sharp tone.
As she spoke, her eyes began to well up with tears.
Because of Helen, I was forced to stay bedridden to protect my unborn child. But with the passing of his grandpa, and the loss of my child, he tells me that he had feelings for me for quite some time. What a joke!
Lenora closed her eyes and took a deep breath before continuing. “If that’s really the case, then you’re the one who caused our child’s death. There’s no way I’d reconcile with you, so you might as well give up on that idea.”
This is all Zachary’s fault! Just when I was about to let go, he insists on stirring up my painful past by bringing all of this up!
Zachary was unable to defend himself.
Faced with Lenora’s confrontation, all he could do was apologize, yet even that apology seemed pale and inadequate.
Had he realized his feelings for Lenora carlier, he wouldn’t have allowed Susanna to return to her home country, nor would he have proposed a divorce. Consequently, she wouldn’t have felt the need to hide her pregnancy.
He would be, like any other couple, cautiously protecting our child. I would accompany her to prenatal check–ups, and I’d ensure someone was always with her. I wouldn’t let her suffer any discomfort during her pregnancy, nor would I let her be harmed by Helen. And Grandpa would’ve been able to hold on a little longer… All of this happened because of me… It was by my own hand that I destroyed my marriage and caused the death of our child. She’s absolutely determined to not forgive me. Even though I had anticipated this, I still clung to a sliver of hope, hoping that we haven’t yet reached a point of no return. In reality, the cliff had always been right in front of us, but I was too blind to see it. Is there really no possibility for us anymore!
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Zachary closed his eyes for a moment before silently stating the r
The wheels of the car rolled over the black and yellow end bunga, meron the tour
The car was enveloped in an unparalleled silence, witherly the surring wo
ambient noise remaining
After an indeterminate amount of time, the car came had in front of per berged
Zachary unbuckled his seatbelt and said, “Let’s go, Cet inside
Lenora had already calmed her emotions, she just didife want torny with Zachary,
Upon hearing this, she unbuckled her seatbelt, stepped out of the car, and followed Kathryn for you leto try hospital.
The receptionist spotted Zachary and respectfully rose to her feet. “Mr. Fuller, you’re buyin Cotton, aren’t you? Please, follow me
After she finished speaking, the receptionist sneakily danced at Lenora.
Lenora was not a public figure, so there weren’t many photos of her available onlin
As such, the receptionist didn’t recognize Lenora and assumed that Zachary had found him sweetheart.
She was just about to lift the little E–collared Cotton out of its cage and place it in the pet carrier when Lenora stepped forward. She gently took Cotton into her arms and said, “Let me handle i
The receptionist hesitated for a moment before saying “Miss, you should know that cat moss can be contagious-
“I know; it’s all right.”
Upon seeing this, the receptionist let go of Cotton and told Zachary, “Mr. Fuller, please wait here with your companion. I’ll go and fetch Cotton’s medicine
“All right.
Lenora settled down on the nearby couch, lifted up Cotton’s E–collar, and scrutinized it carefully
After a month apart, Cotton had grown considerably, but still maintained the appearance of a kitten, with its fur having grown a bit longer.
Feeling the roundness of the belly, it seemed like a sign of a hearty eater.
young
A patch on the hind leg was cleanly shaven, revealing an area that was notably red and devoid of fur. It wi likely where the cat moss was.
Cotton nestled into Lenora’s embrace, its white paw resting on her arm. Cotton looked up at Lenora and
let out a soft meow.
It seemed to be saying, “Where have you been all this time?”
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Lenora’s heart melted completely, unable to resist the softness. She continuously stroked Cotton’s back and murowed back at it.
Cotton continued to meow as it kept its gaze on her.
Lenora responded by meowing back at it.
Just like that, the two kept meowing at each other.
The corner of Zachary’s mouth couldn’t help but lift into a faint smile.
Cotton was getting used to Lenora’s affection. It wanted to nuzzle its head against the hand that was offering this affection, but it was held back by the collar Cotton tried to claw and scratch at the collar, but it just couldn’t get rid of it.
Unable to contain her laughter, Lenora reached out to tap Cotton’s nose. Dodging swiftly, Cotton managed to catch Lenora’s index finger in its mouth, gnawing on it with playful determination.
Its milk teeth didn’t exert much pressure, so it felt more like a tickling sensation.
The receptionist came over with the medicine and explained to Zachary how to use it. Meanwhile, Lenora, while toying with Cotton, was listening attentively.
“All right; got it.” Zachary said, holding the medicine box in his hands. He turned to Lenora and said, “Let’s
- go.
Lenora rose to her feet, gently placing Cotton into the pet carrier. She then picked up the carrier and left the pet hospital.
Lenora saw Seeing as Zachary about to open the door to get in, Lenora stood in front of the car and said, “Hand me the medicine; I’ll take a taxi back.”
Zachary halted by the driver’s side door, the look in his eyes deep and profound as he said. “I’ll drive you home.”
“No need-”
“Even if we were to divorce, I’d still be your brother–in–law. What, you’re going to reject even such a small request? Are you planning to cut off all contact with Grandma in the future?”
Lenora remained still. “Do you think a divorced couple can go back to being just siblings
“Why not?”
“Seeing you reminds me of those unhappy experiences, so it’s best we see less of each other in the future. Don’t worry; I’ll continue to respect and care for Grandma, but as for everything else, it’s no longer necessary.”
Zachary’s large hand trembled as it tightened on the car door handle, a sour sensation rising in his throat.
My prediction has come true. She doesn’t want to have any further involvement with me. She wishes for our separation to be like that of a typical divorced couple, each returning to their own paths, becoming strangers to each other henceforth. Even though we’re connected through Grandma, can already guess that she would definitely call Grandma first to ensure I’m not around every time the plans to visit her at the Fuller residence. I know Grandma
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would certainly take her side. Therefore, it’ll be very difficult for me to see her again in the future. A reasonable assumption would be that she doesn’t want me to send her home because she wants to keep her residence a secret from me, even though I had already discovered it through GPS. What am I supposed to do? How can I keep her by my side?
“It’s all right if you won’t hand me the medicine. I can go back in and buy another box of it. You can go ahead and leave, Lenora continued.
With that, she picked up the pet carrier and turned back toward the pet hospital.
“Wait!” Zachary called out to her from behind. Suppressing the bitterness in his heart, he said, “You don’t need to buy another box. I’ll give you the medicine.”
Lenora halted, turning around.
Zachary had gotten behind her before she realized it. As he handed her the medicine box, his lips moved as if to speak, but no words came out.
Lenora took it, lifting her gaze to meet his. “How much did Cotton’s medical expenses cost? I’ll transfer it to you.”
“That’s not necessary.”
It’s necessary. We’re already divorced-”
A wave of defeat washed over Zachary in an instant. “Since you insist on drawing such a clear line between us, how would you thank me for retrieving your wallet from the thief, for rescuing you from the crowd, for saving you from Maxton’s clutches, for helping you counteract the drug’s effects, and for rushing you to the hospital? How about you repay all these deeds at once?” he said, his voice cold and distant.
Lenora furrowed her brow, she hadn’t expected Zachary, who was typically ruthless and decisive, to be so
petty.
However, everything he said was indeed the truth. He had genuinely helped her, and she couldn’t truly be ungrateful or forget his kindness.
After giving it some thought, Lenora said, “All right, then. Thank you for retrieving my wallet from the thief. As a reward, how much do you want for that? Thank you as well for saving me from the crowd as well. Should I present you with a Certificate of Appreciation as a token of gratitude? As for Maxton, it might have been a bit unnecessary, but your intentions were good, and for that, I am grateful. How much. is the medical bill? I’ll transfer the funds to you. Alternatively, would you prefer if I gave you another Certificate of Appreciation for that? By the way, about the car accident, I can cover the medical expenses, whatever they are. If you want compensation, that’s possible too.”
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Seeing her earnestly contemplating on how to express her gratitude, even going as far as to use Maxton’s matter to provoke him, Zachary nearly choked on his own frustration. Grinding his teeth, he said, “Forget about Certificate of Appreciation! If you really want to thank me, then treat me to three meals instead! I’ll decide when!”
Lenora sighed as what she feared the most had come.
She would have preferred if Zachary had demanded a payoff from her. Even if it meant returning all the divorce settlement she received, it wouldn’t matter. That way, they would owe nothing to each other.
However, this was impossible as he was not short of money.
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His request of three meals seemed simple, but it also implied that she would still have to interact with Zachary in the future.
Lenora nodded. “All right, then.”
“Go on home. I’ll reach out to you when I need you to treat me.”
“Okay.”
Lenora hailed a taxi by the roadside to head back.
Zachary watched Lenora get into the taxi before he himself settled into his car. Just as he was about to start the engine, his phone rang.
It was a call from Tamara.
“Hello, Aunt Tamara.”“
“Zack, I’ve been tied up with some matters lately and won’t be able to look after Hattie. I was thinking of having her stay with you for a while, especially since she’s on winter break now.”
Upon hearing this, Zachary was momentarily stunned. “This isn’t appropriate, Aunt Tamara.”
Is something wrong with Aunt Tamara? She wants me to take care of Harrietta?
“Is there a problem? Back when she was in school, I could rely on our neighbors to pick her up and drop her off. But now that she’s on vacation, I can’t just keep leaving her with them. After thinking it over, I decided to send her to you. The little girl has been missing you terribly, constantly talking about wanting to visit Jacaster.”
That was when a flash of realization sparked in Zachary’s mind. “Well… All right, then.”
During that encounter, it seemed as though Hattie had taken quite a liking to Lenora.
