Never Blinded by Love

Chapter 246

"Why did you want to see me?" Linda asked directly.

Ida forced a bitter smile. "I always wonder why that fire didn't kill you."

"Perhaps fate decided I wasn't meant to die, or maybe your fire wasn't quite up to the task."

Linda looked directly into Ida's eyes for the first time. She was surprised that the once scheming eyes were now dull and lifeless.

"I hate you, Linda. I might not have ended up like this if you hadn't been so determined to stay by his side."

"Why hold onto such a deep grudge? You're a young lady now, with a good life."

not like you. I can't have everyone's affection and have everything handed to me on a silver platter. Your parents encouraged you to

never imagine having such a life. There were times when I couldn't even get a meal

be a stand-in, I accepted without hesitation. It was my only chance for a new

welled up in her eyes. The

What I wanted was a life where everything was effortless. But at that age, I fell uncontrollably in love with him. "When you appeared, I felt a strong sense of

at Linda's refined face. "No. I must face the

never felt she was wrong. Ida knew her actions were wrong but remained unrepentant, continuing her misguided path. "Don't you feel guilty for the lives you've destroyed?" "But it's all because of

situation, I'm the real victim. I never imagined my life would end up like this. Had I known

arrogant. You think you were

to change. You stubbornly wanted things to go

to speak frankly. She continued, "The one thing you've feared most over the years is pity. But you know what? Since I married William, I've looked at you