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.

from laughing so hard, was unsettlingly calm. It gave

do?” Margaret asked, unease creeping into her tone.

the last time I call you that. Over the years, the money I’ve given you, plus the 30,000 dollars you tricked out of me this time for Hansel–we’ll count that as the debt I owed you. From

had tricked money out of Ruby before, and although

I’m your mother! I gave birth

to me,” 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

removed the SIM card, broke it, and threw it

never truly seen her as a daughter but as a pawn–a disposable tool for

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

was no longer shackled by family obligations. She

eyes, no matter how much she

tissue appeared in front of

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