The Day Our Promise Breaks

Chapter 457

All her careful plans crumbled to dust.

"Disappointed it isn't me?" a voice as cold as ice came from behind Dahlia.

Recognizing Adam's voice, she nearly let slip, "Yeah, super disappointed!" But she caught herself just in time, biting her lip hard to stop her true feelings from spilling out. She took a deep breath, trying to keep her cool and maintain a neutral expression.

She noticed Charles was looking her way, prompted by her words. She couldn't let him suspect anything. If Charles started snooping around, he might uncover that she had orchestrated the accident.

Quickly, she plastered on a smile and turned to Adam, pretending to be sincere. "How could I possibly be disappointed?"

"I just got carried away with relief. This outcome is honestly the best. Sandy's okay, and neither you nor Evelyn will hold grudges."

Dahlia said this while making sure to glance at Evelyn.

with the whole kidney donor issue for Charlie. If Evelyn resents me and wishes Sandy wasn't doing

snake, just zip

afraid that if

still in his sterile gown. Her hands gripped his shoulders,

Evelyn, who was still trembling, into his arms to calm her down.

Evelyn took Adam's hand

bear another second around the three people

She had hurt him deeply, and yet she didn't even spare him a glance before leaving, not a hint of concern. His heart felt heavy and drenched

you're bleeding

eyes lingering on Evelyn and spoke up, tears brimming in her eyes. "How could Evelyn be so cruel

remained silent. Only after Evelyn disappeared from view did he finally

the operating room. The surgery had gone well. Still under the effects of anesthesia, she was unconscious as they moved her

Inside, there was a flicker of joy. He should've been happy with the

ordeal

to