The Hockey Star’s Remorse

Chapter 170

The discovery of Stella and Andy’s affair had left Timothy seething with anger and a newfound sense of determination. He couldn’t allow their betrayal to go unpunished, not when the truth could help Evie’s case against Stella. As he sped through the rain–soaked streets, his grip on the steering wheel tightened with each passing moment.

The rain fell in a steady, unforgiving downpour, reflecting the tempest within Timothy’s heart. He drove with a singular purpose, the images of Stella and Andy flashing in his mind. They had been free to do as they pleased with one another, meanwhile. Timothy had been “tasked” to stay away from Evie, not like he would have.

Timothy parked his car, the engine rumbling to a halt. He took a deep breath, his chest rising and falling. The rain battered his car’s windshield, echoing his tumultuous emotions. He reached for the umbrella resting on the passenger seat and stepped out into the unforgiving weather.

The walk to Stella’s apartment felt longer than it ever had before. Each step carried him closer to the confrontation he had been dreading and desiring in equal measure. His knuckles turned white around the handle of the umbrella as he approached her door, ready to knock and face the woman who had shattered his

trust.

The rain–slicked path seemed to stretch endlessly, every second drawing him closer to the precipice of his emotions. Finally, he stood before Stella’s door, raindrops dancing on the surface of the umbrella. His heart pounded like a drum, the adrenaline coursing through his veins urging him to take action.

As he reached Stella’s door, he noticed that it was slightly ajar, and his heart sank. He could hear murmured voices from inside, and a knot of unease formed in his

stomach.

He let down his umbrella and propped it against the wall by the door, prepared for any confrontation to take place. Clearly, Stella wasn’t alone.

Just as he was about to push the door open, it swung wide, revealing a sight that Timothy had expected. Andy, disheveled and looking as guilty as a child caught stealing cookies, emerged from Stella’s apartment. He glanced up and met Timothy’s gaze, his eyes widening in surprise.

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“Timmy.” Andy stammered, his voice trembling. “I didn’t expect to see you here. I, uh, had some business with Stella. Important stuff.”

Timothy’s anger flared, and he clenched his fists, struggling to contain it. “Business, Andy?” he hissed through gritted teeth. “Is that what you call it? You’ve been doing more than just ‘business‘ with Stella, haven’t you?”

before he could respond, Stella appeared from the shadows

Timothy’s blood boil. “Timothy, darling,” she said sweetly. “What

burning rage. “Cut the

mask slipping for the first time. “What

already running to his car. His car roared to life and he barely took a minute before peeling out of the lot,

Stella, noticing the hurt on her face, and he took a step closer. His voice icy and laced with venom, and began, “Don’t play dumb with me, Stella. You and Andy

couldn’t

least. You’ve been nagging me about Evie this whole time, saying she’ll ruin your wedding plans, when all along you’ve

then we’re even!” Stella snapped, jamming a finger into his chest. “Come on, Tim, don’t ask so high and mighty. You know better than I what you would’ve done. with her

baby, right?” Timothy asked, raising an

Stella pause, and she looked down at her stomach, as if to

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done, Stella,” he said eventually,

“Excuse me?” she gasped.

If the results are different from the one showed me, you can say goodbye to your precious reputation, your career, and your comfortable life. I’ll make sure the world knows what you’ve

eyes darted around, and her desperation showed. “And what if the results. are the

car, and his voice became a menacing whisper. “We’ll just have to find out, won’t

shoving it at him. “Fine! Here! These are the authorization papers

at the

the protective order against Evic,” she added hastily, practically throwing out random promises at that point. “Just

never leaving Stella’s. “You do that,” he said icily,

swirled within him. He had forced Stella’s hand, but he couldn’t shake the sense of betrayal that still weighed heavily on his heart. The woman he had loved and trusted had been lying to

and dialed Evie’s number. She answered after a few rings, her voice laced with anticipation. “Timothy? What’s going

sighed, feeling lighter than ever. “She

moment of silence at first, then Evie stuttered,

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