Shattered Illusions: Love, Lies, and Redemption

"Liz..." Remington couldn't help but speak up, feeling the need to offer a sincere apology.

But just then, Lizetta's phone rang, cutting him off.

Without acknowledging Remington's call, she swiftly pulled out her phone, her lips curving into a smile as she answered.

"Yeah, I'm in Zion City now, just left the airport. I'm fine, don't worry about me."

Remington thought it was Yolanda on the line, but Lizetta's next words caught him off guard.

"Dora's in the hospital. I got in touch with her as soon as I landed. Thankfully, her injuries aren't serious, or I'd never forgive myself..."

Remington's expression turned icy, his hand tightening by his side.

It had to be Jerome Madden on the line!

"Really? So, I'll get to see Dora again? Can't wait. I'll play host, make sure she's treated right."

"Alright, I got it. If I need help, I'll definitely reach out to you..."

As Lizetta chatted away, smiling, her phone was suddenly snatched from her hand.

Frowning, she turned to see Remington disconnecting her call.

past months, but Remington had a knack for getting under her skin in seconds. "What gives you the right to hang up my

the phone, but Remington shifted it to his other

you keep flirting

did you say?!

phone call, in his eyes, was flirting? Then what was his

affection make it okay to blur

Lizetta swung at

the truth? Back in Luminesia, you were living under the same roof. Are you planning to be with him after the divorce? Do you like him?" His questions were sharp, his gaze

you're not in a position to

Remington coldly retorted, "I'll never let

mean?" Lizetta frowned, a sense of

each word, "If you want custody, then promise you won't date or

disbelief written all over her

"You're despicable!"

mom. How about I make it official in the divorce agreement? I, Remington, will not remarry, and Daisyy will be under my care. Fair, isn't

get Daisyy's custody, she had to agree

turned pale with anger, knowing this man wouldn't let her

love

"Fine,

and handing back her phone, saying, "Good. Daisyy," your dad just made sure your mom loves you very,