19 My voice , though calm , was a sharp blade , piercing his heart .
He stumbled backward , his back hitting the wall , trapped .
His face was devoid of color .
He opened his mouth , but no words came .
I stepped back , the cynical smile fading from my lips .
You cant even answer a basic question .
What else is there to explain ? Liam , if I could , I wish Id never met you .
If I had never met him , I wouldnt have endured this pain repeatedly .
I wouldnt have suffered for so long I looked at him , his face etched with visible pain .
His explanations felt hollow , mere echoes of his guilt .
Against the backdrop of his infidelity , his words only highlighted his absurdity .
I watched him impassively , my gaze unwavering .
When he finished , I said calmly , Finished ? He nodded , watching me anxiously , like a child awaiting punishment .
I gave no response .
Id wasted too much time .
My aunt and uncle would be worried .
I turned to leave , saying simply , Dont contact me again .
Liam sank to the floor , watching my retreating figure with despair .
Did I hate him that much ? Not even Ha … A bitter laugh escaped him .
a chance ? For the next few days , I didnt see Liam .
After my aunts recovery , I kept them at the townhouse , claiming I wanted to show them the city before they returned home .
One afternoon , while they napped , I prepared to go out .
Opening the door , I found the butler and several maids from the Sterling estate .
They rushed towards me .
Mrs.
Sterling , we heard you were back , and we wanted to see you .
Its Ms.
Winter Now , Only Liam knew I was back .
Concealing my irritation , I invited them in .
They refused , stating their purpose .

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After I left , they returned my gifts to Liam , who then bought them new gifts , thanking them for their service to me .
Feeling obligated , they came to plead with me .
Liam deeply regretted his actions and hoped Id give him a chance to make amends .
Theyd seen his despair .
I found their concern pathetic .
Liam , unable to reach me himself , sent them as messengers .
I understood their good intentions and simply smiled .
Liams interference ruined my plans , so I returned to my room for a nap They left , unable to persuade me .
My sleep was restless .
I hadnt dreamed of Liam during my three months abroad .
But now , I was back at our wedding .
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