Love and Devotion No Longer His to Claim by Dream Fish

Chapter 157

Angela assumed it was Finn at the door—he had mentioned wanting to come over for a barbecue. Instead, the household staff returned with someone she least wanted to see.

"Why are you here? You're not welcome. Get out!" Angela's fury ignited the moment she saw him approach. Her expression turned icy, and if not for the presence of others, she might have resorted to more than just words.

"Angela, relax. I'm only here to deliver gifts from Grandpa and Grandma," Trevor said, his arms laden with bags of luxury fruits and supplements.

"I don't want them. Leave now. Don't make me repeat myself!" Angela snapped, rising to her feet as though prepared to throw him out herself.

"Angela, I've apologized already," Trevor said, feigning remorse. "I just got discharged today, and I'm still not feeling well. Do you really want to push me away like this?"

Angela felt her temper flare. She couldn't believe how much he had changed-or perhaps how much more shameless he'd become.

voice dripping with contrition. "I had my reasons. If I'd known how strong and resilient you were, I'd never have let you suffer. And honestly, by treating you that

bags, Trevor stepped closer, wearing an ingratiating

in mock invitation. "Go ahead.

said with a smirk, settling onto the couch as if

snapped. "I'll count to three. If you're still here, I'll throw you out myself." Her voice was low

faltered, and he took a cautious step back. "Wait! I can help you. I've already contacted someone to investigate Bill. Your mother's death might be connected to him and Judy. Once you have this information, Bill won't

narrowed. "Are

was suspiciously fast compared to Dexter's sluggish investigation. She couldn't help but

Trevor's expression turned

"Ljust wanted to help.

years have been hard on you. Angela, everyone has their struggles. I had no choice but to capture you. If

glaring at him coldly.

could respond, she dragged him toward the

prove I've changed! I promise I— Ow!" Trevor's plea was cut short as Angela slammed the door, hitting his nose in