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

still have feelings for him, but telling that

vibrated as Jake's name flashed on my screen. With a loud hiss, I disconnected the call. Liam looked up

smile for him. "Yes,

again and I angrily swiped the receive button. "When someone isn't taking your call, it means that the person doesn't want to talk to

instantly. "I am going to take a nap, keep an eye on

"Yes ma'am."

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and disappeared into my room, hoping that a nap

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kids myself and just as I drove past the gate. I saw Jake standing outside the gate. For a moment. Helt the

unele Jake after a

and approached him. "Didn't I tell you to stay away from my kids until I am

"I've attempted to reach out to you, but it seemed as though you were avoiding my calls. So, I thought perhaps showing up

arms in front of me. And do you honestly believe that just appearing here will

understand, Lily. I truly am sorry:

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

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

the news," he insisted, his tone defensive. And honestly, I didn't mean what I said.

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

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

deepened. "You got back together

he grabbed my forearm. Stopping in my

window, I warned through clenched teeth, feeling a surge of anger rising within me. "So, I suggest you take

said this before "You've lost your mind,

I couldn't shake the guilt of having that confrontation in their presence. "Do you boys have something you want to ask mummy? I

hight have.

Liam's innocent question pierced through the

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