Becoming Strangers Again by Lily

Chapter 93

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Ryan told me that it was okay to return to Canada, that he has the situation with Stephanie under control. I told him that I needed to see her, so Iran apologize sesin for the damage I have caused and he told me that it was fine, that I do not owe Stephanie an apology anymore.

I hate the fact that I am pushing him into a marriage with Stephanie, and I hope and pray with everything in me that it doesn't get to than point I pray everything is resolved before the get to the alter

The cas pulled over to the gate and I watched my kids as they slept. If Ryan didn't make that sacrifice, they would have been separated from me and I am sure Ryan parents would have gladly taken them and raised them in the doctrine and pattern they believe a Williams should have.

I had to mouse the boys from their slumber, ensuring they had a shower and dinner before indulging in a movie night in the living room. Taking a moment to compose myself, I reached for my phone and sent Ryan a text.

"TAM REALLY SORRY FOR EVERYTHING"

Almost immediately, Ryan's response popped up, as though he had been eagerly awaiting my message.

"YOU DON'T HAVE TO APOLOGIZE FOR ANYTHING LILY. ALL THESE WOULDN'T HAVE HAPPENED

NOT FOR

His words, though comforting, did little to ease my guilt.

"THAT DOESN'T MAKE ME FEEL ANY BETTER IN THE SLIGHTEST YOU WON'T BE GETTING MARRIED TO HER IF NOT FOR ME"

In response, Ryan sent a smiling emoji, his usual way of lightening the mood.

"IF YOU ARE REALLY SORRY, MAKE ME DINNER WHEN I COME BACK TO CANADA"

His mention of returning caught me off guard. Wasn't he supposed to be marrying her?

7 WILL COOK YOU A WHOLE FEAST WHEN YOU COME BACK

He didn't respond and I thought he has returned to what he is doing but another text followed, one that made my heartbeat quicken.

I LOVE YOU

finger hovered on the keyboard as I struggled with my response. There is no doubt that I still have feelings for him, but telling that I love him, doesn't seem like the best

flashed on my screen. With a loud hiss, I

forced a smile for him.

someone isn't taking your call, it means that the person doesn't want

showed up instantly. "I am going to

"Yes ma'am."

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disappeared into my room, hoping that a nap will

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kids myself and just as I drove past the gate. I saw Jake

who were excited to see unele

stay away from

tinged with contrition as he shifted uncomfortably under my gaze. "I've attempted to reach out to you, but it seemed as though you were avoiding my calls. So, I thought

defensive stance, crossing my arms in front of me. And do

understand, Lily. I truly am sorry:

be upset with you, Jake? Younot only

Lily. I was consumed by jealousy, Seeing you in New York with him-it caught me

he had uttered. "You branded him a murderer, I stated bluntly, the memory still fresh and painful. You directly accused the father of my children of such a heinous act. Tell me, Jake,

insisted, his tone defensive. And honestly, I didn't

don't care about your reasons," I snapped, feeling the weight of exhaustion settling in. "Besides, the news also made it clear that he

sigh. "You know what, Jake? I think it's time we put an end to this." With everything else going on, dealing with him was the last thing I needed. "I've tried, but this isn't working

back together with him, didn't

the question, I turned to head back to my car, but he grabbed my forearm. Stopping in my tracks, I shot him

watching from the window, I warned through clenched teeth, feeling a surge

my arm. It can't end like this, Lily, he murmured hoarsely, his voice filled with desperation. "Not until I say it's over, and I'm certain I've said this before "You've lost your mind, I spat, my patience wearing thin. "Don't

the guilt of having that confrontation in their presence. "Do you boys have something you want to ask

hight have.

Liam's innocent question pierced

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