Shattered Illusions: Love, Lies, and Redemption

Chapter 346

Lizette sat on the park bench for what seemed like en eternity before finally pulling out the business card and dialing Jerome’s number. “Me Madden? It’s Lizetta, about the dance troupe, I’ve thought it over, and I want to give it a try

On the other end, Jerome raised an eyebrow, his voice tinged with surprise.

Ms. Gardenia, you’re mon decisive than I anticipated.”

The way Lizetta had been acting, it was clear she’d been through a rough patch emotionally, knocked down but not out.

At the prime of her life, she’d chosen to give up her career and future to marry that man.

Clearly, she was head over heels for him.

It wasn’t hard to guess that she’d spent four years in a relationship and marriage, four years that could have completely derailed a woman’s ambitions

Many women might never recover, opting instead to continue living in comfort without ambition.

When Jerome had offered her the business card, he hadn’t been optimistic about Lizetta’s prospects.

still holds, right?”

Tomorrow at 10 am., at Zion City Theater, I introduce you to our artistic director, Crystal. Be prepared, Ms. Gardenia.”

Madden, I passed Master Dories‘ audition. Once the

Lizetta had been anxious to go abroad, womed that Remington would find out about her

was no longer a secret, Lizetta felt no rush to leave.

world tour wouldn’t end until next year, and Lizetta didn’t want

time with the dance troupe, it would enhance her resume and help her save up for

it tomorrow. If she agrees, then

hanging up with Jerome, Lizetta gently touched her belly, whispering, Joy, I’m sorry for neglecting you. Were you angry with me, trying to scare me? Don’t worry, I’ll grow stronger. I

Lizetta went to bed early, while Remington hadn’t

he would come back

closed, she couldn’t help but imagine scenes of infidelity at Echo Ridge Villa, wondering if she’d be

a pair of arms gently

instantly woke up but remained still

I wake

in his arms, a reaction Remington