Shattered Illusions: Love, Lies, and Redemption

Liz turned to look at Andrea, trying to brush off the teasing tone in her voice as harmless. Yet, it left Liz feeling awkward, sensing an undertone of hostility.

Biting her lip, Liz thought back to what Remington had mentioned about the rumors surrounding Tranquil Meadows. Jerome was supposedly Andrea's foster brother of sorts. Was Andrea feeling jealous? Liz had been eagerly ushered to her seat by Mrs. Bernice Madden, the elderly lady brimming with warmth.

Caught up in conversation with Mrs. Madden, Liz barely noticed her surroundings until she realized Remington had taken the seat across from her, his gaze pressing down on her. Recalling the unsolicited kiss in the car earlier, she felt less inclined to engage with him.

Now, feeling uneasy and trapped in an awkward situation, Liz didn't want to get caught in the middle of someone else's emotions and suggested, "Maybe I should swap seats with Florence."

It wouldn't be right to ask Jerome to move.

As she tried to stand, Mrs. Bernice Madden grabbed her right arm.

"Where are you off to, dear?" she asked.

out, holding the back of Liz's chair in

to stand up and being pulled back down by Mrs. Madden, Liz found herself

glanced at Andrea, "Andrea, grandma enjoys Liz's company. Let's just keep

Remington, "You might not be aware, but Liz and Mr. Dashiell are currently

Mrs. Dashiell looks ready to have

was equally surprised, his brows furrowing as he

always

heavily pregnant and contemplating separation, it suggested

life to his family and spouse, had little tolerance

he's been bullying Elsa! Kick him out!" Trying to calm his wife, Nelson said, "Don't rush. Let me

bluntness. Though it's my first time

and even