Chasing the Unexpected (Nyla)

Chapter 734

Margaret’s tone was matter–of–fact, as if Ruby were an object to be discarded at will. She didn’t even consider whether Ruby would agree.

As far as she was concerned, as long as Hansel could be saved, Ruby’s life was expendable. After all, Hansel was the lifeline of the Jenners. If they lost their son, she and her husband wouldn’t be able to go

• on.

Ruby let out a short, bitter laugh, which soon escalated into a loud, almost hysterical one.

“What are you laughing at? Are you crazy?” Margaret’s voice was sharp, filled with anger.

When Ruby finally stopped laughing, she spoke in a low, steady voice. “Do you know why I took your call?”

“Why?” Margaret asked.

“Because wanted to see just how disgusting the things you’d say could be. You didn’t disappoint me,” Ruby replied.

voice, rough and hoarse from laughing so hard, was unsettlingly

what are you planning to do?” Margaret asked, unease

you tricked out of me this time for Hansel–we’ll count that as the debt I owed you. From now on, we’re done. Whether

felt. She had tricked money out of Ruby before, and although Ruby had gotten angry, she had never mentioned going

out strained. “Ruby, are you crazy? I’m your mother! I gave birth to you. Your life belongs to me. How dare you

Ruby replied coolly. “If I remember correctly, you’re only 45 this year. Once you reach the legal age for assisted living, I’ll send the required amount each

threw it in the trash, severing any chance for Margaret to contact her

never truly seen her

for her precious son, she could figure out how to repay his gambling debts on

She was no

how much she tried to wipe them away. From now on,

a tissue appeared in front of

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