Chapter 1264:

Fiona struggled to process Elyse’s words, her mind rejecting them even as they sank in. If it was true—if Cody had been helping her all along—had she been wrong all this time? The thought terrified her, so she pushed it away, clinging stubbornly to her doubts. Seeing Fiona’s denial, Elyse’s frustration flared. Cody had done so much for Fiona, yet she refused to believe it.

“You want proof? Fine, I’ll show you evidence.”

Just then, Gavin strode into the room, his gaze steely as he looked at Fiona. Fiona’s eyes flickered with discomfort when she saw him.

“Why are you here?”

Gavin’s voice was as stern as his expression.

“I’m here to cooperate with the police on your case—and to help arrange your surgery, courtesy of Mr. Tucker. You may be facing prison, but he wants you to have a chance at recovery.”

Fiona swayed, gripping the edge of the bed to steady herself, her voice barely a whisper.

“My surgery… He…”

Gavin nodded, his tone unyielding.

“He paid for everything. The surgery, the hospital stay, the aftercare, and even your living expenses. He knew you couldn’t play the violin to support yourself while recovering, so he ensured you had enough to get by.”

With each word, Fiona’s resolve shattered. She whispered, “I don’t believe it. He doesn’t care about me. He only cares about Elyse!”

Gavin’s face hardened with disappointment.

“You think he only cares about Elyse? You’ve blinded yourself with envy, Fiona. He has always cared for you. You were just too consumed by jealousy to see it.”

Fiona pressed her lips together, refusing to accept the truth.

“I just can’t believe it. Unless he comes here himself and admits it to my face, I’m not going to believe it.”

Gavin’s expression was ice-cold.

“He left you some funds. You can use it once you’re released. This time, he’s genuinely disappointed in you. He’s done caring about you.”

“No! You’re lying, aren’t you? There’s no way he would do this to me!”

Fiona’s spirit collapsed. Each word Gavin spoke cut deep, like a blade piercing her heart. She couldn’t even explain the pain she felt. She simply didn’t want to admit that Cody had ever cared about her. Admitting that would be too devastating; she couldn’t bear it.