Marrying the Man in the Dark

Chapter 810 Maeve’s Sincere Apology

“I guilt-tripped him. I told him that choosing you meant betraying his family,” Maeve confessed, her face

etched with guilt.

“I pressured him, watched him from the shadows. My Health was deteriorating, and I couldn’t handle the stress, according to the doctors at that time. So, with me constantly monitoring him, picking at his conscience, he couldn’t bear to hurt me or speak the truth. He could only push you away.”

“At that time, after you left, Tristan was frantic, searching for you everywhere. But I still blamed him, thinking it was all his fault, and that he deserved every bit of suffering. Then things changed. Meeting Charles made me realize that Dame had chosen a kind soul – you. And your mom is not a villain, not at all…”

The woman paused, took a deep breath, and then bowed deeply. “If you and Mr. Tanner are willing, I want to pay my respects to Aunt Charisa. We Lenoirs have done her wrong, causing her so much pain… keeping you and Dame apart for far too long. And for that, I am truly, deeply sorry.”

Maeve’s words were humble, a stark contrast to her usual demeanor. Even Charles, standing beside her, was speechless, witnessing a side of his wife he had never known existed.

Maeve bowed low, resembling a statue of remorse, her body trembling.

that the bowing posture would strain her already ailing

that this was

everyone had to confront their past mistakes. Seeing Maeve in this state, her pride

held its breath, every word

hand. “Hey, Sis. We’re a

on her tongue, she took a deep breath and said, “The past is behind us. Holding onto it only holds us back.

it time to go, Charles? I heard the maid calling, mentioning that

lip, a tear cascading down her cheek.

“Just let us know if you need anything. We’ll head

assisted Maeve, wiping her tears away as he guided her

the corridor, her heart filled with mixed emotions. Never did she

revelation that Dame was helpless when they parted

the man embraced her

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