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.

her back. If it took one year, two years, or even five, he wouldn't give up. Even if it took a lifetime,

on the bed, staring blankly at the ceiling, his expression one of utter defeat. Recalling the doctor's diagnosis, she approached him

bump could be this serious. The doctor wants specifics, but don't get too down. Just

her, his back a testament to his despair.

"You have to face this, Cassius. Look me in the eyes and tell

gaze. "I don't know. The doctor gave me some meds and told me to rest. In two weeks, have to go back for

responsibility!" s

of anger and

how exactly should I take

do you have a heart? I'm in this mess because of you! If you had any decency, you'd figure it out yourself instead