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."

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pride, Remington.

I make my decision, I won't bother you anymore. I'm sorry for the trouble I've caused

visible on her face, but her eyes

sigh of relief and

back on the right track. Going abroad to enhance your skills, to catch up on the knowledge you've missed, and to

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look after you. You were so

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much in one go to convince me of anything. You're really going

to force you," said

Stella read between the lines; he was being nice now, but if she ultimately refused, he might resort to

breath hitched, and

I'll take them home and

Remington massaged his temples and instructed

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