The Richest Man in Metropolis is My Backer by Dream Searcher

Chapter 61

“If that’s what you think, what am I gonna say? It’s not like you remain single for me,” I snapped, deliberately trying to provoke him further.

Edward glared at me, his eyes wide, his breaths coming in ragged bursts.

After a moment, he growled, “No wonder you’ve turned so old to every bit of goodwill I’ve shown you. You’ve found someone better, haven’t you?

“I thought Maddie was exaggerating, but now I see you for who you are, Taylor. I didn’t know you were such a disgraceful gold digger!!

This man could fabricate any narrative to justify his twisted beliefs, couldn’t he?

I laughed bitterly at his accusation.

“Seriously? An asshole who betrayed the vows of our civil union, our years–long relationship, and the values you claimed to hold sacred–someone who even backstabbed the person who saved his life–is lecturing me about being a disgrace?” I fired back.

“Anyone else in the world could call me names, but you? You have no right! Hell, I was the one who kept you alive for years! And this is how you repay your lifesaver?”

breaking through his smug expression. My

he began, his tone softening. “I didn’t mean to dismiss everything you’ve done for me. It’s just…. Maddie’s cancer is the priority here, okay?

wrong with waiting for me for a year–at most? She’s your sister! Shouldn’t you be proud that the man you chose is this

Was this gaslighting, or was he just

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couldn’t even muster an eloquent response.

the office. “And don’t even think about missing the appointment later today!

their eyes darting toward my office.

my reaction. He had never seen me

the room. I glared at him with pure disdain, my intent clear.

hard before speaking again, his voice subdued. “I’m sorry, Tay. I misspoke. I was jealous, okay? I can’t stand seeing other men being nice to you.

words grated on me like nails on a chalkboard.

outwardly charming become so

of moments?

hear it or dignify it with a response. “I said get out, Edward Kennedy! Or I’m calling

his hands, desperate. “Wait, Tay! I need to talk to you about something!”