Chapter 28

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Edward was right about one thing: I was in a bind. Constantly–ever since I was a kid. It didn’t matter how rich or powerful the jones family was. It had nothing to do with me

I was a daughter of the Jones family in name only.

Sure, the haute couture fashion house I founded was doing well, but it had only been a few years. Most of the money had gone into renovating that villa.

“Let’s just discuss this once you’re back. I won’t try to take more out of it, anyway. Why would I, when it will just trigger Maddie into starting another bitch fit?”

I ended the call before Edward could say anything more. I was simply too frustrated.

I got into the car and cast one last, resentful glance at the Clerk’s Office.

My phone beeped. Edward had sent a text message.

Edward: [Don’t worry, Tay. Maddie won’t know anything about this. You’ve given me so much… This is the least I can do to repay all of your sacrifices.]

A lump formed in my throat. Tears welled in my eyes. So this piece of shit had a heart after all.

had just kept being an asshole, it would’ve been easier for

change, trying to be the decent, nice guy, it was

to snap out of it and

true colors. I couldn’t believe in any supposed change

and looked for a new slot.

the next available opening

a away–again!

had invited me to dinner to celebrate

happen,” I announced,

Did

“In a way.”

You couldn’t have been more dramatic about your affair, and now

explained what happened.

at the same conclusion I had. “Oh God, he’s regretting his choice, isn’t he? He realized you’re better than Maddison in ways that can’t be fixed, and now he’s

to be his blood bank if his disease flares up again?”

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stared at her, stunned.

shit–why hadn’t I

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