Chapter 237: Jerald was more than ready for Shelia to leave. With a contemptuous gesture of his hand, he pushed her away.
Then go. Go now! And make sure you take care of Caden today! Shelia looked back at him, her face a mixture of despair and fury.
She had endured years as Jerald's lover, clinging to hope. that your loyalty and your sacrifices could soften him, could change him. But he was wrong, and very wrong. A man without a heart still had no heart, no matter how much tpassed.
Men were truly the coldest creatures.
A bitter, high-pitched, hollow laugh escaped him. Jerald, you don't even care about your own wife and child. You're not afraid of karma Jerald scoffed, his voice dripping with disdain. Karma Seriously You dare mention that word His tone grew harsher, his eyes narrowed. When my wife was pregnant with our second child, you forced your way into my life with Joshua. It was your actions that led to her death during childbirth. If karma belongs to anyone, it's you.
Shelia becfurious and her body trembled. I am not the reason for his death! It's you. You are the one who has committed all those sins. Don't you dare blme for his death.
Jerald's expression darkened, his gaze cold as ice. You think I killed her Where is your evidence, he mocked. You seducedand used Joshua to blackmailinto divorce. That story is old, everyone knows it. You say I killed her. Who would believe that Tears ran down Shelia's face as she struggled to maintain her composure.
Jerald leaned closer to her, his voice deep and menacing. If you continue to slander me, I will make sure you end up in jail. And believe me, you will rot there.
Shelia stiffened and her entire body shook with fury and humiliation. Years of suffering, degradation and manipulation had led her to this moment.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇtShe wanted revenge, to destroy him, to make him suffer as she had suffered. She knew she could ruin him if she really wanted to.
But Joshua's security held her back. He couldn't risk it, not yet. As much as she disliked it, she was forced to rely on Jerald for the moment.
Through clenched teeth, she spoke bitterly. Jerald, Caden is ruthless, and determined to destroy the Yates family. Now that his target is Joshua, do you really think you'll be saved? How long do you think you can stay intact? His words struck a nerve.
For the first time, Jerald's confidence wavered. She was right.
He had becestranged from his family, always an irritant to Caden. If Caden truly unleashed his wrath, not even Jerald's position as Caden's father would protect him.
Jerald's eyes flickered urgently. We have to take risks to save Joshua.
Shelia managed to restrain her anger and asked: What do we do? Noticing her agitation, Jerald softened his tone, trying to calm her down as he would calm down a a scared animal. Shelia, we can resolve our differences later. For now, we have to work together.
Joshua had been receiving covert medical treatment, known only to a select few.
The Green family, however, was aware.
p> Joshua's company, which he had built with much effort, had been destroyed overnight. In addit he had suffered serious injuries. A recent surgery had left him unskilled, and he was also receiving treatment for his damaged vision.
It was not known if he would regain his sight.
If the treatments failed, he would go blind and helpless, totally defeated.
Lilliana was devastated by the news. She cried uncontrollably, wreaking havoc at has she begged Cedric to intervene.
But Cedric was hesitant.
Finally, he dismissed the matter entirely. You're engaged, not married. We don't need someone so broken. I'll find you someone better, she told Lilliana coldly.
However, Lilliana's love for Joshua was real. Beyond her usual pride, she felt deeply attached to him. She wouldn't have risked getting pregnant before marriage if her feelings hadn't been genuine.
Now, with Joshua in a desperate situation, her desperation consumed her. He even threatened Cedric with his own life and that of his unborn son.
If you don't save him, I will end my life and that of my baby! You will regret it forever! he shouted, his voice trembling with emotion.
Faced with Lilliana with a knife at his throat, Cedric felt helpless and anxious. Lilliana, you don't understand the situation, he said, his voice low but firm. My hands are tied. Even if I wanted to save Joshua, I couldn't. Caden is determined to see him dead, and no one can change his mind! Why he wants Joshua dead They are brothers! Why would I do that? Lilliana shouted, her voice cracking with desperation.
Cedric answered bluntly: Why do you think Old grudges, a woman, and because Caden wants to defend Alicia! You don't know what Joshua did last month.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmStunned by the revelation, Lilliana murmured in disbelief: Because of Alicia.
Cedric had been just as stunned to learn the truth. I can't understand what's going through Caden's mind. To go to such lengths for a woman, even turning against his own brother...
Lilliana's face turned deathly pale, and her legs gave way as she collapsed to the ground. His expression twisted in shock and disbelief.
How is this possible, he whispered, his voice trembling. Alicia, that woman How was Caden able to take care of her after Joshua abandoned her
Her thoughts were spinning wildly.
He wouldn't have pushed Joshua to confront Alicia if it hadn't been for the e rumors linking Yolanda and Caden.
Her plans had failed miserably and the consequences seemed unbearable. Lilliana covered her face with trembling hands, overwhelmed by the weight of it all.
Joshua was her husband for two her a years and As soon as he gave second glance, he muttered bitterly. How she suddenly becso valuable to Caden I can't accept. It doesn't make sense...
The sheer magnitude of her loss was crushing enough, but the knowledge of Alicia's new importance to Caden was a devastating blow to Lilliana. It hit her like a hammer, shattering what little composure she had left. She collapsed completely, falling to the ground in a helpless heap.
The blow was too much for her body and It caused a sharp, stabbing pain in his abdomen.
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