Crushed Affections (Dominic and Bella)

Chapter 24

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After resolving the housing issue, Bella's next priority was finding a job. She needed a steady income to continue paying back Dominic each month.

Before coming to the town, she had done some research. The town had developed quite well in recent years, and there was even a hospital where she could continue her previous line of work.

Being proactive, she headed to the town's hospital to apply for a job right after settling her belongings. Given her impressive qualifications, the hospital director didn't hesitate to offer her a position, though he was concerned she might be dissatisfied with the salary. Bella had anticipated this. The pay here was indeed much lower than in Joville, almost half as much, but the cost of living was lower too, so she could manage.

After leaving the hospital and returning home, Bella noticed Leonard lounging in the courtyard, soaking up the sun. She greeted him, "Are you not going out today?"

Leonard glanced at her lazily. "Nothing to do, so why go out? Someone came by looking for you earlier and left a business card. Here."

Bella walked over curiously and picked up the card. The moment she saw the name "Simon Kennedy", her pupils dilated, and she hurriedly pocketed the card, a bit flustered. "Thanks."

With that, she quickly turned and retreated to her room with a mixed emotion.

letters Dorothy left behind.

had left behind, but she never expected him to find her first.

the number on the card. It seemed he had anticipated her call, as the phone was answered immediately. A deep, powerful voice of a middle-aged man.came through. "Is this... Bella?" Bella replied coldly, "Yes, it's me. Didn't you come looking for me? What

take a deep breath. "Bella... I'm sorry for what I

"You're not worthy

I'm not. It's my fault that you both suffered. Believe me, I'll do everything I can to make up for what I owe you.

decided to find Simon. But now that he suggested-meeting, she felt

had never met... How much

face him.

I'll be here for a few days. Take care of yourself out there. If you heed money, just ask." Bella found his belated concern laughable and hung up the

chorus of insects

She took out Dorothy's box and examined it repeatedly before sending a message to Simon,

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over with in this one meeting. Afterward, she would sever