Goodbye, My Love

Keely stood at the threshold, her appearance disheveled and her face as pallid as death, her vacant stare devoid of any life.

Taken aback by her appearance, Jane’s impending scream lodged in her throat.

Keely’s icy gaze met Jane’s and she issued a stern warning, “Aunt, do well to remember the source of the Powell family’s wealth.”

Jane, bristling at her words, demanded, “What are you implying?”

Keely responded, “It’s because of my involvement that Marco has been generous with the Powell family. Without me, the Powells wouldn’t enjoy their current standing. You all owe me… Additionally, I suggest you watch your tone. At a word from me, Marco wouldn’t hesitate to crush the Powell family.”

Keely’s fingers danced on the coat in her hands as a mesmerizing smile graced her lips. “This coat was gifted to me by Marco himself. He wouldn’t think twice about handling a minor entity like the Powell family for my sake.”

E L A ‘s L I B R

stunned by her audacity, skepticism creeping into

cared for you, would you be in this state? And

with urgency as he whispered in her ear, “Madam, Mr. Bryant’s associates have

shocked

Mr. Bryant?” she

could be

associates had come, Jane’s

didn’t see was the brief moment of fear

herself, and wore a confident grin. In a soft whisper,

adjusted her expression. She reached out

didn’t mean to offend you. My concerns arose because you’ve been holed up in your room for too