Let Me Go, Mr. Hill!

Chapter 79
Catherine was finally free.

40 minutes later, she appeared at Freya’s place.

The latter’s hair was disheveled. She yawned sleepily at the unexpected guest. “Got into an argument again? How many days do you plan on staying here this time?”

“It’s serious this time. I’m not going back there again.” Catherine changed into home slippers before entering.

“You’re kidding. You sacrificed your marriage and now you’ve changed your mind?”

She pursed her pale lips before forcing a bitter smile. “Not every deal guarantees profits. I’ll think of it as a failed investment.”

Freya’s jaw dropped to the ground. “Are you serious?”

“Yup.” Catherine plopped herself on the couch. She still looked unwell and exhausted. “I’m tired. Really, really tired.”

Freya frowned. “Have you caught a cold?”

“Yup.” Catherine fought back the tears that were forming in her eyes. “Everyone noticed it apart from him. I also wish to be cared for and looked after. Even if he’s Ethan’s uncle, I can’t possibly earn Rebecca’s respect if he doesn’t even like me. I don’t want to take this upon myself.”

They had been best friends

I respect your decision. Why don’t you move in

the best idea. You and Patrick still

at her friend. “Stop it now. You don’t have to have sex with your partner once in

been together for a year.” Catherine blinked back blankly. “I don’t think you’re the conservative type. Patrick must

placed both hands on her waist. “We did it

cheeky smile spread across

you can rest assured. I suggested you look for a place before because Ethan kept coming to look for you here. But

the mention of that man.

happening in a few days. Are you sure you want to attend the event?” Freya

but I’ll leave as soon as I congratulate my grandma

try to trick you again. It’s a shame I can’t accompany you because I have an exam that day.

Catherine felt unusually calm.

use Shaun as

had come to peace with that by now. She had been so close to death before and her dignity had