No More Waiting, She Chooses Love

Chapter 761

The moment I felt the fabric of the dress, I knew it was expensive, yet she handed it to me without hesitation. This gesture stirred a mix of gratitude and guilt within me.

Because, truth be told, I had been scheming against her, yet here she was, genuinely caring for me.

"Ma'am, this dress is too precious. I can't accept it," I declined.

"Oh, don't be silly. It's just a dress," she dismissed my concerns. Her attitude and the way she seemed to let go of material attachments made me feel even guiltier for trying to take advantage of her. But if I didn't, Ernest and I might not have survived.

I stood there, unable to speak or move, just looking at her.

"Is something the matter?" she noticed my unease.

I bit my lip, "Mrs. Clark, my name is Felicia."

She nodded slightly, "I know."

I was taken aback, but she continued, "I've seen your picture before. My son once fancied pursuing you, so naturally, I took an interest. But from your picture, I knew he didn't stand a chance." So that was it.

a deep breath, "Mrs.

then, have a seat, and we can talk," she patted the spot next to

meeting her, I hadn't expected her to be this approachable. I

I sat down next to

didn't beat around the bush and laid out my situation and

looked at her

want, they'll make me and what they're after disappear. I believe you're the

she had a string of prayer beads in

wasn't shocked, nor

she knew of her husband and son's deeds. Unable to stop

said without even asking

plan to ensure your protection?" What I

gently, "I know, and whatever you do is

and guilt crept in, "Mrs. Clark, I'm truly driven to despair to resort

explain," in the dimly lit room, her face seemed to glow,

then she asked,