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

that I still have

a loud hiss, I

smile for him.

the receive button. "When someone isn't taking your call,

to the nanny who showed up instantly. "I am going to take a nap,

"Yes ma'am."

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the gate. I

the boys who were excited to see unele Jake after a long time to

I tell you to stay away from my kids until I am ready to involve them in your

under my gaze. "I've attempted to reach out to you, but it

eyebrow, I maintained my defensive stance, crossing my arms in front of me. And do you honestly believe that just appearing here will suddenly compel me to engage in

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

I would be upset with you, Jake? Younot only publicly humiliated me, but you also questioned

with vulnerability. 111 be honest, Lily. I was consumed

of anger 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 my children of such a heinous act. Tell me,

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

don't care about your reasons," I snapped, feeling the weight of exhaustion settling in. "Besides,

a weary sigh. "You know what, Jake? I think it's time we put an end

"You got back together with him, didn't

back to my car, but he grabbed my forearm.

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

"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

at 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

hight have.

your friend? Liam's innocent question

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