When There Is Nothing Left But Love

It was an unlocked phone!

Immediately, I dialled Ashton’s number and waited anxiously.

Soon, after a soft beep, Ashton’s deep voice sounded over the line. “Scarlett Stovall.”

“How did you know it was me?” This was a foreign number that wasn’t saved on his phone, so I didn’t think he would answer the call.

“Did you see Marcus?” asked Ashton.

Huh? That sounds strange. My excitement faded away as I replied in a low voice, “Yes, I did. I followed them here for Baby’s sake.”

“Should I praise you for being a great mother?” Ashton mocked. “I must’ve been too lenient with you. Look, you’re threatening me with what I loved most.”

My heart skipped a beat at his words.

Ashton had spent his life in hatred. He didn’t expect to fall in love with me, so I was special to him. Even our son was second in importance after me. Yet, I risked myself just to save my son.

ending. If it didn’t, Ashton would hate

I uttered, not knowing what else

the first

caved in. “As long

“You should now know why I didn’t want you to stay in touch

me by surprise. “You

told you a few culprits

a document with Marcus’ grandfather’s signature on it, but

a careful person, so he wouldn’t have told me if

He must’ve found out about the truth and tried

Marcus. Unfortunately, contrary to my wishes, he became the biggest

Joseph’s voice

“Mr. Fuller, we’re ready.”

“I’ll call you tomorrow.” He

at the phone’s screen, which showed only one call in