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.

hoarse from laughing so hard, was unsettlingly calm. It gave

to do?” Margaret

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

Margaret listened, the more uneasy she felt. She had tricked money out of Ruby before, and although

are you crazy? I’m your mother! I gave birth to you. Your life

Once you reach the

hung up. She removed the SIM card, broke it, and threw it in the trash, severing any chance for

her as a daughter but as a pawn–a disposable

could figure

She was no longer shackled

eyes, no matter how much she tried to wipe them away. From now on, she

tissue appeared in front of

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