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.

so hard, was unsettlingly

planning to do?” Margaret asked, unease creeping

be the last time I call you that. Over the years, the money I’ve given you, plus the 30,000 dollars you tricked out

She had tricked money out of

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

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 month. Until

that, Ruby hung up. She removed the SIM card, broke it, and threw it in

Margaret had never truly seen her as a daughter but

so much for her precious son, she could figure

freedom. She was no longer shackled by family obligations. She

some reason, tears kept flowing from her eyes, no matter how much she tried to wipe them away. From now

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