12.0 % Chapter 118 But Im also certain of one thing whether shes dead or alive , she will never forgive you .
} After hanging up the phone , Willy stood there , utterly hollow , his body trembling as silent tears streamed down his face .
He turned to the window , staring blankly at the sky outside , whispering as if in prayer .
Carol is strong … She wouldnt die so easily .
But where are you … ? *** By then , I had already landed in New York and joined my best friends company .
Her family had always been involved in underground industries , but in recent years , they sought to legitimize their business , starting a luxury jewelry company .
When she heard that I was willing to help , she was ecstatic .
The plane crash had been arranged with her assistance and at the same time , I had asked her to use her influence back home to track down the man who tried to kill me and record his confession .
Once I had properly buried Liam , I threw myself entirely into my work .
Only by keeping busy could I suppress the memories of my past and the pain that threatened to consume me .
} I hadnt intended to keep up with the news back home , but the headlines were too eye catching to ignore .
Willy had officially severed ties with his mother , cutting her off financially except for the legally mandated minimum alimony .
He also refused her requests to see him .
He had reclaimed every asset he had ever given to Sophia and publicly denied that Benny was his son .
[ Benny , who had been spoiled beyond redemption , saw his lavish life crumble overnight .
Desperate , he turned to crime and was caught during a home invasion .
He was arrested and thrown into prison .
\ Sophia , who had given birth to Benny as a means to extort money from Willy , found her dreams shattered .

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Having not worked for years and possessing no real skills , she was left with nothing .
Without Willy as her financial pillar , she resorted to selling her body .
But time had not been kind to her and business was scarce .
One night , after a dispute with a elient over payment , she was brutally murdered in a cheap motel room .
Meanwhile , I discovered a new passion not just for jewelry appraisal but for jewelry design .
My best friend supported me wholeheartedly , even going so far as to introduce me to some of the most influential figures in the industry .
With their guidance , I created my first jewelry collection .
In less than a month , I designed a set of necklaces inspired by a mothers love , calling it Angel because in every mothers heart , her child is an angel .
My best friend entered Angel into a prestigious jewelry showcase , though neither of us expected it to attract much attention .
But then , I received unexpected news someone had purchased Angel for ten times its listed price , with one condition : they wanted to meet the designer .
Thats how I met Willy again .
It had been half a year since I last saw him and in that time , he had aged drastically .
His once pristine black hair was now streaked with silver , his posture no longer carrying the air of an all powerful businessman .
The moment I saw him , my first instinct was to turn and leave .
Carol , wait ! His voice was hoarse , desperate .
I stopped and looked at him coldly .
Willy , you should know that you are the last person I ever want to see in this lifetime .
A trace of sorrow flickered in his eyes and he nodded stiffly .
I understand .
I saw Liams birthday wish .
I know Ive made an unforgivable mistake .
His voice trembled , but he forced himself to continue .
I just wanted to see you to make sure you were alive .
Thats enough for me .
Carol … are you doing well ? I let out a bitter laugh .
Of course , Im doing well .
Without you around to destroy my life , Im doing better than ever .
If you want to do me a favor , disappear from my sight forever .
} } His face turned pale , as if my words had drained the last ounce of life from him .
After a long pause , he gave a weak chuckle , though there was no humor in it .
I thought … I still had a chance , he admitted , his voice barely above a whisper .
But when I saw the way you looked at me , I finally understood .
Ive lost you … forever .
His hands clenched at his sides as he took a shaky breath .
Carol , dont worry .
I wont bother you again .
For more than We Great Sadness Withoud Tears 1/2 12.7 % D ten years , you gave everytning to me , sacrificing your nappiness , plucking out your own wings just to keep our family together .
And I … I repaid you with betrayal .
His voice cracked .
I wronged you .
I wronged our son .
I have no excuse .
But I promise you , I will give you and Liam an explanation .
From now on … please live freely .
I will bless you from afar .
He turned to leave , his steps slow and unsteady .
Only the spot where he had stood remained damp with fallen tears .
* R A week later , an enormous sum of money was transferred to my account .
On the same day , the news broke that Willy had turned himself in to the authorities .
The man who had attacked me , the one who had faked being mentally ill , was also sentenced alongside him .
A few days later , another headline dominated the news- Willy had taken his own life in prison .
When they found his body , he was clutching the Angel necklace tightly in his hands .
No one knew how he had managed to bring the necklace into prison , but in the end , it didnt matter .
When I received the news , I ran my fingers gently over a picture of Liam .
My angel , my precious child … finally , you can rest in peace .
( The End )