Chapter 159

Theo relaxed in his plush study chair, eyes closed. Kaelyn, in high heels and carrying her purse, pushed open the door. "Theo, I was surprised by your message," she said with a gentle smile. "Now that I'm here, what do you want to do?"

She reached for his face, but Theo abruptly opened his eyes and tilted his head away, evading her touch. Kaelyn offered an awkward smile, withdrawing her hand. "What's wrong, Theo? You seem upset."

Theo gazed at her for a moment. "Kaelyn, after the mudslide, how did you manage to save me?"

"Why bring that up?" Kaelyn looked stunned, but maintained her smile. "You know it was traumatic for me. I'd rather not think about it."

Theo's voice was cold. "So you won't tell me? What about all the comforting words you said then? Do you remember them?"

Kaelyn fought back rising panic. "Of course, I do."

Theo stared at her, then burst into laughter. "Kaelyn, you've been lying for two years. Will you keep lying? Do you think I'm that gullible?"

"I haven't lied to you. You're the only one for me," Kaelyn retorted.

Theo's anger flared. "Elyse rescued me, not you. You took credit for her deed. I considered you my savior, cared for you deeply, even left my wedding."

Kaelyn's fists clenched, her nails digging into her palms. Had Theo discovered the truth? Had Elyse told him?

Gritting her teeth, she recalled that day. Elyse had carried him down the hill; they were alone. Since both were unconscious, Kaelyn had taken Theo to the hospital. His fever broke. Elyse was found and hospitalized the next day.

Had she foreseen this, she might have killed Elyse. Now, she was determined to stand her ground. Perhaps Theo would eventually see her perspective.

Tears welled in Kaelyn's eyes. "Theo, you don't really believe I saved you, do you?"

Theo's gaze turned icy. "That night, you whispered something. Repeat those words, and I'll believe it was you."

Kaelyn fought for composure. "That day was traumatic. I can't bear to remember it."

Theo's laugh was sharp and scornful. "Elyse spoke those words. How foolish of me to assume you were my savior just because you were there when I woke up."

Kaelyn tried to explain, but Theo turned away. "Kaelyn, don't come near me again. I warn you," he said, his expression dark and hostile.

Kaelyn's voice faltered. He had sided with Elyse. Her smile vanished. "Do you regret abandoning the wedding for me?"

The mention of the wedding angered him. "How dare you!" Theo's jaw tightened. If Kaelyn hadn't lied, he wouldn't have treated Elyse so coldly.

"Elyse carried you, but I helped! I rushed you to the hospital with your high fever," Kaelyn defended.

"Enough! I don't want your excuses!" Theo shouted, slamming his hand on the table. "You're why I can't marry the woman I love. You should be grateful I haven't hurt you."

Kaelyn's voice broke. "But I truly love you! More than Elyse ever could! Why won't you believe me?"

Theo laughed, his voice laced with anger. "Your love? You treated me well, yet betrayed me with other men. I'll never trust you again."

"No, please, don't push me away. My love is real," Kaelyn pleaded, tears streaming down her face as she tried to approach him.

"Fuck off!" Theo, in a rage, threw a pen holder from his desk. A pen struck Kaelyn's forehead, drawing blood.