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

no doubt that I still have feelings

With a loud hiss, I disconnected the

for

and I angrily swiped the receive button. "When someone isn't

out to the nanny who showed up instantly. "I am going

"Yes ma'am."

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disappeared into my room, hoping that

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and just as I drove past the gate. I saw

over, I told the boys who were excited to see unele Jake after a long time to stay

I tell you to stay away

softly, his tone 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 perhaps showing up

maintained my defensive stance, crossing my arms in front of me. And do you honestly believe that just appearing here

understand, Lily. I truly am sorry: Is this all stemming from our encounter

that I would be upset with you, Jake? Younot only

his admission tinged with vulnerability. 111 be honest, Lily. I was consumed by jealousy, Seeing you in New York with

surged within me as 1 recalled the hurtful words he had uttered. "You branded him a murderer, I stated bluntly, the memory still fresh and painful. You directly accused the father of

defensive. And honestly, I didn't mean what I said. It was just...

your reasons," I snapped, feeling the weight of exhaustion settling in. "Besides, the news also made it clear that he

hand down my face, I let out a weary sigh. "You know what, Jake? I think it's time we put an end to this." With everything else

frown deepened. "You got back

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

I warned through clenched teeth, feeling a surge of anger

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 you ever dare test my patience again." With that, I swiftly stepped into the car and drove away,

Liam and Ethan through the rearview mirror, I couldn't shake the guilt of having that confrontation in their presence. "Do you boys have something you want to ask

hight have.

still your friend? Liam's innocent question pierced through

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Chapter 93