Shattered Illusions: Love, Lies, and Redemption

She understood his guilt towards the West family and could grasp why he made the choices he did in those circumstances. So, she couldn't really be mad at him.

Deep down, she harbored a wishful thought that no matter the situation, the man she loved would always put her feelings first.

But clearly, she hadn't yet earned that place in his heart.

And the moment he agreed to Barbara's request, Lizetta realized something.

That was, Remington carried a heavy burden of sin and guilt towards the West family.

To love him was to accept all of him, including his past and the sins that came with it.

This meant that whenever Stella and the West family came into the picture, she might never be his first priority.

It was a sad realization.

Not ready to accept this yet, she found herself avoiding him, unable to hide her disappointment and the bitter taste it left in her heart.

But even with this understanding, she couldn't help but love him still.

So, she spent the night digesting her feelings.

exhausted, she couldn't bring

and pinned Lizetta beneath

had his arms prop beside her, not pressing

depth of his gaze seemed

admit I'm your husband, why do you

hadn't responded to

Not mad at him?

she was

cheeks heated under his stare; she felt a mix of embarrassment and annoyance as she pushed against him. "You haven't even passed your probation period. Calling you 'husband'? Dream

the baby she was carrying, was easily

he wrapped his arms

for making my little girl feel

slightly, "So,

"Don't worry, once godmother wakes up, I'll clarify

will you clarify?" Lizetta looked

from yesterday, it wasn't going to be easy

Mrs. Dashiell's cooperation. I wonder if Mrs. Dashiell would be