When There Is Nothing Left But Love

I was unaware of what he was planning, so I merely nodded in agreement.

Sometimes, one could possibly feel inferior in a relationship for no reason. I was accustomed to following Ashton’s requests. I also constantly obeyed his orders even though I despised them.

As the vehicle approached the city, I thought he would drop me off at the villa. To my utter surprise, he headed straight toward the hospital instead.

The smell of antiseptic wafted in the air, permeating every corner of the hospital. I didn’t like it, but I followed Ashton quietly to Rebecca’s ward.

Rebecca was hooked to an IV drip. She was lying on the bed, her appearance all the more frail and petite.

When she saw me entering with Ashton, her expression fell. She spoke up after a long silence, “I don’t want to see her, Ashton.”

Her child had died and her motherlike vibe was gone. She grew increasingly cold and resentful instead.

Ashton approached her and pulled her into his arms. Resting his chin on her forehead in an effort to comfort her, he hurriedly uttered, “She’s here to take care of you. It’s only right for her to do that.”

pierced straight through my heart like

Hence, she flashed a smile at

talking about me; nevertheless, I didn’t get

forced to

a Fuller but did not attend George’s funeral. He had to run the family business, so he

person who was free to look after Rebecca

throughout the day. There were no extra beds

that I was still awake, Rebecca soon turned her gaze to me. “Scarlett, you’re

ring on my finger

understand what I meant. After a pause, she broke out into a grin.

tiring. All I did

me a glass of water?” she inquired, sitting up

feet

I want it piping hot!” she instructed