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.

him exhausted, she couldn't bring

Remington flipped over, and pinned Lizetta beneath

her, not pressing down but still overwhelming her with

into her eyes; the depth of his gaze

admit I'm your husband, why do you never call me

responded to his

Not mad at him?

she was keeping her

she pushed against him. "You haven't even passed your probation period. Calling you

of the baby she was carrying, was easily pushed

attempted to leave the bed, he wrapped his arms around her waist and pulled her back

tenderly, and said with a deep voice, "I'm sorry for making my little girl feel neglected yesterday." Lizetta's eyes warmed at

slightly, "So, when

pinched her cheek, "Don't worry, once godmother wakes up, I'll clarify things with

Lizetta looked up at

wasn't going to be easy

needs Mrs. Dashiell's cooperation. I wonder if Mrs. Dashiell would be willing to help." Lizetta