Chapter 36

Rachel poured her heart out, her words painting a vivid picture of her undying love for Tyrone.

Mrs. York felt a twinge of guilt as she listened, “You’re just too kind–hearted. Those little vixens cut there are no match for you. How can Tyrone, Alas, go on up, but don’t upset him. If he says no, don’t enter his room, or it’ll be your own downfall.”

What Mrs. York had almost said was “How can he not lay his eyes on you?” But she held back, not wanting to make Rachel feel worse.

Rachel nodded, “Sure, don’t worry.”

Tyrone tossed the paper bag on the floor, a corner of its contents peeking out – a pair of women’s high heels, black, dainty, and delicate. It was Quintessa’s shoes that she had left. in the car.

Narrowing his eyes at the heels, Tyrone was baffled at why he had brought them home. He recalled how Quintessa had tossed his shirt into a trash can and sneered, “Why didn’t I just throw these away too?”

at the door.

“Who’s there?”

it’s me. How’s your neck? Does it hurt? Let me

voice, Tyrone felt a wave of repulsion, “Who let you come up? Get lost.”

come in. Can I just stand

a moment?”

longer. Every time she looked in the mirror and saw the fine lines at the corners of her eyes that no amount of skincare could hold back, she was filled with dread.

marry into the York family. Any more delay and her chances.

no avail. He wouldn’t even glance at her. Ever since that night three years ago when he slept with Quintessa, Tyrone’s disdain for her had only grown. Sometimes she wouldn’t see him for

undoing his shirt buttons. He remembered Quintessa’s delicate touch on his

go next time.

his mind, he coldly advised Rachel, “I suggest you

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Chapter 36

of marrying into the York family,

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