Shattered Illusions: Love, Lies, and Redemption

"You're just dependent on me because I saved you, that's all."

Stella stared at Remington, her eyes a mix of struggle and confusion.

"Is that so?" she asked after a moment, visibly shocked.

Remington nodded, and Stella bit her lip, looking down before asking again.

"And do you love Liz, Remington?"

"Yes, I love her. We had our misunderstandings in the past, and I've hurt her a lot, which led us to the brink of divorce. But I never thought about really leaving her, nor did I think about giving any other woman a chance. My wife, my love, it's always going to be her."

Remington's words were firm and unequivocal.

Stella's face turned even paler, and she took a step back, leaning on the desk. After a moment, she managed a bitter smile.

"I really envy Liz..."

Remington's lips tightened in a self-deprecating smile. "But she's not happy."

to pick up the documents

my pride, Remington. Don't

I won't bother you anymore. I'm sorry for the trouble I've caused during this

was lonely and sad, tears still visible on her

out a sigh of relief

abroad to enhance your skills, to catch up on the knowledge you've missed, and to come back to take control of the West family, that's what you

you're worried

arrange for

look after you. You were so bright and talented as a child; once you regain

looked at Remington and

much in one go to convince me of anything. You're really going out of your way to persuade me to

trying to force you," said Remington

nice now, but if she ultimately refused, he might resort to more forceful

hitched, and

with these schools, I'll take them home and discuss them with my dad. You go ahead with your meeting;

left the office, Remington

her to go to HR to process