Shattered Illusions: Love, Lies, and Redemption

Liz frowned, instinctively stepping back as the man approached.

That step froze Remington in his tracks, darkening his already stern face.

"Liz, come here. I'll take you for your prenatal checkup," he said, barely concealing his anger as he reached out to her.

Before Liz could respond, Yolanda crossed her arms and said, "Oh, Mr. Dashiell has a moment to spare? With your busy schedule, you still find time for Liz, who's just lost her mom. We really shouldn't trouble you, after all, Liz isn't your concern anymore."

After her comment, Yolanda gave Hamilton a significant look.

Hamilton immediately lifted the sign he was holding, waving it at Remington.

But in the next second, Remington grabbed the sign and tossed it in a perfect arc into a nearby trash can.

Yolanda glared at Hamilton, her look clearly asking, "How could you be so useless?"

Hamilton shrugged innocently, "I didn't expect him to actually do something about it. Mr. Dashiell is so ruthless; no wonder Liz is ditching him even while pregnant!"

"Ruthless? Do you know what he's best at?" Yolanda, forgiving Hamilton's fumble, chimed in.

"No idea."

hearts

mocked Remington while Liz

Remington's friends had

man, with a stern face, ignored Yolanda and Hamilton, his gaze fixed on

because she saw him as

treat him

she stepped towards Hogan, trying to

Dashiell, didn't plan on

Even if I did, I wouldn't need your help. I've already agreed to register at Skyline Hospital with my

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clear, leaving no room for

many people, no one had ever embarrassed Remington

Remington

and

his dignity in public, Liz turned to Hogan, "Senior brother, could

smiled and nodded, "Of

the arm. Before Liz could react,

it instinctively, Hogan watched as Remington scooped Liz up and headed towards his car. "Remington! Have you no shame!" Yolanda yelled, about