In her memory, Joe had controlled every aspect of her life, dictating what she could wear and where she could go. It wasn't about him helping or making her successful.

"Mrs. Turner, what's your point? Even if what you say is true, does that justify hurting Yvonne?" Nina snapped, still convinced that Joe's obsession with Yvonne was the reason for her suffering.

After seeing Joe's erratic behavior today, Nina was more certain than ever that Yvonne needed to get away from him.

Winona scoffed coldly, rising to her feet, and pointed at Yvonne. "Didn't you say you were leaving? Then go. Leave for good. I want to see if you're really going to walk away or if this is just another one of your games.

"I'm not like Joe. I have no feelings for you," Winona said, her tone harsh and emotionless, which was exactly what Yvonne had been hoping for.

But still, she hesitated. Joe was in the emergency room, and she couldn't just leave him behind. She couldn't bring herself to walk away.

"Fine, we'll go. But Mrs. Turner, please make sure your husband stays away from Yvonne," Nina interjected, furious that the one responsible for all the pain was now playing the victim. She wouldn't let Yvonne be mistreated any longer. With that, Nina grabbed Yvonne's hand and led her away.

had remained silent throughout the confrontation, waited until they were in the car to ask softly, "Yvonne,

wouldn't she? You've seen what Joe's like. She has to leave. Yvonne doesn't need his so-called

"I'll leave after he wakes up. No matter what, the car accident happened because of me. I can't just walk away

with us for now, and I'll keep an ear out for any

Yvonne said gratefully, though the words felt stuck in her throat. There were so many things she wanted to say, but none of them

some plans. No matter what, certain things needed closure, especially where Joe was concerned. She had to give back everything tied to him, starting with her art exhibit, Since Joe had helped set it up, she felt

immediately supported it. The two arranged a meeting with the investors

Nina noticed that someone seemed to be following them. Not knowing who

round of polite greetings. The investors praised every piece of Yvonne's artwork, pointing out

idea of canceling the exhibit.

their drinks, looked at Yvonne with wide eyes. "Miss Yvonne, are you the one hosting the

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