22 Chloes hatred was swallowed by terror .
During her confinement , shed witnessed Liams ruthlessness .
Even with constant surveillance , his people found ways to harm her .
Shed been lucky to survive .
Sensing her trembling , Liams eyes darkened .
If I hadnt disliked his actions , Chloe wouldnt be alive .
Thankfully , the baby didnt survive , eliminating one problem .
Liam tossed her aside , wiping his hands with a handkerchief .
Get as far away as possible .
If I see you again … His threat sent a shiver down her spine .
She clutched the blanket tighter .
Meanwhile , after seeing my aunt and uncle off , I headed back to the townhouse .
My main task in the city was complete .
It was time to return to New Zealand .
Staying meant more trouble .
I decided to return the townhouse key .
What ? Someone bought this place and gifted it to you ? My eyes widened .
The landlord handed me the paperwork .

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See ? Your names on it .
I examined the document , noticing my name in the corner .
The familiar handwriting made me frown .
The landlord pointed to the entrance .
And theres your benefactor .
Liam stood silhouetted in the doorway , his gaze as tender as ever .
Serenity .
the landlord and pulled Liam of the meaning this ? I thanked what is Liam , Pain flickered in his eyes .
He tried to hug me , but I pushed him away .
outside .
I dont need this ! Serenity , its compensation .
Ive solved the biggest problem between us .
Chloes baby is gone ; I wont bother you again .
Please , give me another chance .
I shook my head .
Another chance ? Liam , I considered giving you a chance .
If youd gone to the master bedroom that night , if youd confessed the next day … we might have had a chance .
But you … Hed made love to Chloe in every corner of the house , even near me .
On the rooftop , I learned fool .
your friends knew about your affair .
I slid my hands into my pockets , sighing .
Thats when I realized I was the only Liams hands clenched .
I continued , Everyone was willing to help you cover it up .
I smiled .
So , to punish you , I took all your shares at my birthday party .
I dont need this townhouse .
Your gift is useless .
I turned to leave , but a warm embrace enveloped me .
I looked down at the arms around my waist , preparing to pull away , when he trembled .
Serenity , Im sorry .
My words had finally reached him .
He finally faced his mistakes .
He apologized , seeking forgiveness , hoping for reconciliation .
But his apology was too late .
It should have come the day after his betrayal , while I still held onto hope .
Not hardened .
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