Shattered Illusions: Love, Lies, and Redemption

Chapter 326

Remington hadn’t expected to be pushed away by Lizetta, who, it seemed, had taken Hogan’s side in this quiet drama unfolding in the heart of their small town.

As Remington stood there, a chill seemed to envelop him, his gaze fixed on Lizetta, lips pressed into a thin line.

Lizetta, under the intensity of his stare, felt a mix of irritation and sadness, as if someone had sprinkled salt on an open wound, the pain gnawing at her from the inside.

For a moment, she nearly gave in, almost ready to apologize without pride.

But she clenched her fists, holding back.

Seeing her stubbornness, Remington’s eyes gradually cooled, his emotions settling into a quiet resignation as he let out a scoff, “Impressive, really,” he said, before turning and walking away, leaving Lizetta standing alone.

Watching him go, Lizetta felt a sting in her eyes, a wave of emotions welling up inside her.

“Liz, I’m sorry. I should’ve woken you,” Hogan said, his brow furrowed in regret as he watched Remington’s retreating figure.

it off and handing it back to him. “Hogan, I’m sorry. Let me apologize on behalf of my husband,” she said, the distance in her voice marking the boundaries of

notice the subtlety in her words. A smile

A punch is nothing, especially since Mr. Dashiell didn’t go all out. He was probably

Lizetta doubted

more like a possessive

was truly jealous, would he have left

smile, changing the subject.

new doctor isn’t quite familiar with the case history, so I thought I’d help out,” Hogan

responsible doctor; after all,

decided to stay? What about your plans to study abroad?” Hogan looked at her,

I want to give it another try,” Lizetta confessed, her

never easy. He knew too well how hard it was to give

his heart, Hogan nodded. “I wish you both the best, but you should think carefully about your studies. A woman trapped in marriage will slowly fade.”

be the wife of a man like Remington.