Chapter 1894

Kieran's reason for attempting suicide was guilt. He felt it was the only way to atone for his mistakes. Combined with his disability, he believed he had no reason to live anymore.

Karina couldn't hold back her frustration. "You want to end your life because of this? Do you know what I went through? Back then, I worked eight different jobs, trying to stretch twenty-four hours into forty-eight just to make ends meet!

"I couldn't save up any money, and when I got sick, I couldn't even afford to see a doctor. But I never once thought about giving up! So what right do you have to give up? Wake up!"

After venting her anger, Karina felt a sense of relief, while Kieran sat stunned, speechless.

His so-called "atonement"-dragging his parents along in a selfish act of escape-wasn't truly an act of redemption. It was just another form of avoidance.

"If you really feel guilty about what you've done to me, then live," Karina continued, her voice calm but firm. "I don't need you to do anything for me. Just stay alive."

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Kieran's eyes went blank for a moment as if he was processing her words. Then, his entire demeanor collapsed. "You're right. I'm sorry. It's all my fault."

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Stone spent months

that she was the one who performed their surgeries, they felt deeply ashamed. But by the time the news reached Karina,

true closure-when thinking about someone felt as indifferent as thinking about a stranger. As for how the Stones treated Kieran who nearly got them killed, Karina didn't bother finding out. Just as Kieran had said, she

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renovation progressed steadily over the months. Finally, three months later, the project

director and staff couldn't contain their joy, their gratitude evident in every word. There was more good news. Dylan was showing significant

we didn't want to bother you," the director explained. "But we

patted Dylan's head. "The doctor said he's making progress, and

He remained quiet but obedient, a stark contrast to how withdrawn he had been

hesitated briefly before offering her a shy smile. Her heart soared

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smile! The doctor said he might recover, but it's clear you're still

a new set of building blocks she had brought just for

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