Chapter 145

Part 1

“I refused you last time. Our family company is facing problems; I’m short on money, and it’s getting worse. Find another solution.”

“You should ask Skylar. She has a wealthy benefactor. She even mocked us coldly when she came home the other day and cut ties with our family.”

Maisy was losing patience with Christopher. She wondered why she hadn’t realized how troublesome he was. He constantly pestered her with trivial matters over the phone, infuriating her.

Christopher stared at his ruthlessly disconnected phone, his cheeks burning. He had spent so much money on Maisy, and now, in his difficulties, she’d abandoned him!

If only he’d known… He shouldn’t have betrayed Skylar. If he hadn’t, she wouldn’t have left him for another man. Paul was no better than him; Skylar probably discovered his affair with Maisy and reacted impulsively.

Christopher’s regret deepened. But there was no time for regrets. “I’ll sell the old house and go home for surgery.” No, he had to try again. He had to find Skylar. He couldn’t live without her!

Janine was surprised by Amelia’s call from an unblocked number. Amelia began crying immediately. “Janine, I’m sorry. It was my fault! My health has been poor for years, requiring frequent hospital visits. It affected my mental health, making me selfish and inconsiderate. I’ve been filled with regret, especially for hurting you and Skylar.”

She continued, “I’ve reflected on this and even consulted a doctor. My condition is mostly psychological, explaining my uncontrolled behavior. We’ve known each other for years. You know what kind of person I am. I truly want the best for them. I wronged Skylar last time, and regretted it instantly.”

“Janine, the children have been together for years; it’s true love. Our generation didn’t experience much romance, but we can’t ruin their happiness. Christopher truly loves Skylar. Their relationship was stable, and they were about to marry. We can’t let misunderstandings and my mistakes end their relationship. It’s a misunderstanding. Christopher never wronged Skylar; it’s all a fabrication! The Williams family—they mistreated Skylar, especially your daughter. She often seduced Christopher and then caused trouble for Skylar within the family. This time, it must have been her, trying to separate Skylar and Christopher.”

Part 2

Amelia realized she couldn’t rely on Maisy. Christopher had confirmed Maisy would only take their money without reciprocating. They needed Skylar for the surgery.

Janine’s face hardened as she heard about Maisy’s actions against Skylar. A few days prior, Maisy had called, unusually asking Skylar to return to the Williams family. Then she called Skylar, who must have returned. Maisy never mentioned the Williams family's mistreatment. She only reported good news, hiding her grievances.

Janine felt utterly incompetent as a mother, learning about Skylar’s suffering. “You knew and watched Skylar suffer? Let me be clear: I absolutely will not agree to Skylar being with your son. Give it up!”

Janine hung up. Harvey, who’d overheard the conversation, burst through the door and ran out.

“Harvey, where are you going?”

“To find my sister!”