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.

demeanor, I took a deep breath, "Mrs. Clark, I've come to you

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

to be this

down next to her, knowing that proximity can

protection," I didn't beat around the bush and laid

looked

make me and

a string of prayer beads

wasn't shocked,

of her husband and son's deeds. Unable to stop them,

she said without even asking for

I plan to ensure your protection?" What

know, and whatever you do is fine by

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

the dimly lit

then she asked, "Just let me know when you need me