The Day Our Promise Breaks

Chapter 490

Her eyes widened suddenly. Had her legs just regained feeling?

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Charles left Rosewood. During the drive, he kept aggravating his wound to stay conscious. Instead of heading to the hospital, he made his way to Evelyn's place. Ever since the drug kicked in, his mind was consumed with thoughts of Evelyn. Every moment they'd shared played on a loop in his mind. The more he thought about her, the more his desire burned, making him want Evelyn even more. Rationality slipped away, leaving only raw, instinctive urges. By the time he reached Evelyn's doorstep, one thought took over: he needed Evelyn. He wanted another child with her. Eve loved kids so much; if she was carrying his child, she wouldn't be with anyone else. She and Brooks would be over. Eve would be his, and only his. He couldn't bear the thought of losing her. Fueled by the drug, Charles was ready to take drastic steps. Even if it meant pushing boundaries tonight, he had to have her. He couldn't lose Eve.

door, staring at the keypad. His mind was foggy, but he remembered that the code for Oakwood Manor and Evelyn's phone and computer passwords were all Charlie's birthday. He didn't bother knocking. Instead, he punched in the code. First try, it worked. It was Charlie's birthday. Eve still held onto everything of

bat, she saw Charles reappear. Before she could@nleash her fury, Charles had already closed the gap. He pulled her into his arms and leaned in for a kiss. Evelyn quickly leaned back, dodging his lips. They

are you doing? Let me go!" Evelyn was livid, so much so that she didn't immediately notice something was off with Charles. She was just angry enough to try kneeing him where it would hurt. But Charles was too quick. Before she could land a blow, he caught her leg, holding it still. Her frustration soared, and she yelled, "Charles, get off me!" She pushed against his shoulders, trying to shove him away. But

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