Shattered Illusions: Love, Lies, and Redemption

Stella was never going to agree to move abroad.

Remington raised his hand and gently patted Lizetta's head, his voice slow and deep.

"Alright, I promise. But you also need to keep your distance from those men with ill intentions!"

He paused, then added, "Especially Jerome."

Lizetta blinked in confusion. She had just met Hogan and Hamilton, and she wondered why he specifically emphasized Jerome.

Her puzzlement was clear, and Remington explained in a grave tone.

"In Evercrestia, Ralap was led astray. Later, someone sent an anonymous message to Ralap, and that's how he found you."

This information had come out during Ralap's interrogation.

But Ralap didn't know who had sent the message.

Lizetta furrowed her brow. "You think Jerome is connected to the person who sent the message to Ralap?"

following Jerome's trail. What do you think? I warned you before to stay away from Jerome!" Lizetta's frown

you suspect Ms. Madden was the one

alarmed; she had never met Florence

helped her, Florence would go to such lengths to get rid of her,

who are taken!"

Lizetta nodded. "I understand."

Lizetta to the Dashiell

to have her 4D ultrasound, but it was

set up the appointment, and it was the first time

man was clearly

The doctor recommended preparing

cookies and chocolate, along

with some gentle exercises,

beneficial for the checkup.

didn't send someone else; he personally went downstairs to buy these items and then walked with Lizetta in the corridor for a long time. Family members usually aren't allowed during the 4D scans, but the hospital made an exception, and no

with Remington's assistance, and the doctor, with a friendly and reassuring smile,

baby cooperates. If the baby is shy, it's

of soon seeing