Loved You Once But He's My Forever

Chapter 495 Cut Her Off

I must look awful right now-pale face, red eyes, hair all over the place. With the exhaustion from pregnancy, I am sure I am not much to look at. My voice cracked as I said, "I'm sorry, I couldn't save her."

She stood quietly by the bed, studying me intently. After a moment, she spoke softly, "Mr. Bolton told me everything. I know you tried your best. It doesn't surprise me that Starling chose this path. When she came back with us, I could tell her heart wasn't really here. As parents, we were powerless. When I arrived, I overheard the doctor mention that you're pregnant?"

"Yes, I'm pregnant," I said quietly.

Her eyes, already swollen from crying, filled with fresh tears, but this time a faint smile of relief appeared. "That's wonderful. It's really wonderful. You finally have a little life to look forward to. I'm sorry for how we failed you before. We didn't know you were pregnant. We left you to handle everything alone after your confinement, and it made your depression worse. Even in death, you couldn't find peace. But now, seeing you starting fresh ... whether you believe me or not, I truly wish you the best."

I believed her. Who would wish their own child harm?

And so much of it had been Wisteria's doing anyway.

"You're not to blame for Starling's choice. It was her decision, and none of us could have stopped her. You've turned over a new leaf now, so don't dwell on the past. Look ahead. Build a happy life with Mr. Bolton.

"I'm sorry. I used to think parents were always right, but I see now how much pain I caused you. Time and time again, I failed you. If you can't forgive me, I can't blame you."

She hesitated before continuing, "I just wanted to see you, to congratulate you in person. Chloe, we've been such a burden to you. In the future, without us weighing you down, you must live well. I sincerely hope for your happiness."

Her hand reached toward me as though she wanted to wipe my tears, but she stopped short and pulled back.

"It's good to see you awake. I won't disturb your rest anymore. Eat well, take care of yourself, and try not to grieve too much. Think of the child. We won't trouble you again."

bed, barefoot. Through the window, I watched her figure fade

the curtains tightly, though

"Don't cry."

why does it feel like I've been losing

whispered, "I was the one who wanted to sever ties,

now on,

and I can't forgive myself for being

called her

bitter smile.

away from us, it's safer. Setting boundaries isn't a bad thing. The Sanders are like this now-they just want peace,

"Okay."

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everything. Whether we go to the ends of the earth

gently

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one of their

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that day, locking her away where she would have