Shattered Illusions: Love, Lies, and Redemption

Chapter 927

"I know, but what if your grandparents never accept me? Will Liz stick with me?" Remington asked, his eyes fixed on Lizetta.

He knew that if he wanted to be with her, he'd have to pass the test of her family's approval. He was willing to face any challenge, but he was up against Jerome, Mr. Nelson and Mrs. Dashiell's golden boy. From what he gathered, they were more than impressed with Jerome.

Remington wasn't entirely confident.

Lizetta leaned back slightly, a cheeky smile spreading across her face. "Don't worry. If my grandparents don't accept you, I'll definitely tell you to take a hike."

Remington was momentarily speechless. He knew it. A pang of disappointment hit him, yet he couldn't muster any anger towards her. He remembered a time when she had put him first, unconditionally. Somewhere along the way, he'd lost that version of her.

vowed to win her back. If it took one year, two years, or even

staring blankly at the ceiling, his expression one of utter defeat. Recalling the doctor's

be this serious. The doctor wants specifics, but don't get too

turned away from her, his back a testament to his despair. "Just leave me alone. I want

Cassius. Look me in the eyes and

met her gaze. "I don't know. The doctor gave me some meds and told me to rest. In two weeks, have to go back for a check-up. If it doesit get better by then, my trời Fuined! You have to

responsibility!" s

mix of anger and

how exactly should I take responsibility?" she

a storm of frustration. "Yolanda, do you have a heart? I'm in this mess because of