Chapter 21
Author: Cerah Mills
last update2025-06-21 00:34:45

In the early hours of the following day, Jacelyn woke up earlier than Francis.

She managed to turn to face the mirror, crying and cursing herself.

“I will remain here till I die.”

“How do I face the corporate world with this look?”

“Where do I start from?”

Her sobs woke Francis.

Francis shook his head and held her hand. “Your ceaseless cries will give you migraines.”

“Hmm. I will understand if you leave me. Let's get a divorce so you can move on with your life while I wallow in the shadow of myself and inability to walk.”

Francis was stunned to hear this. “What do you mean? I won't leave you. I will be with you till my last breath. Don't believe the doctor's words. You will walk again and you will become more beautiful than ever.”

Jacelyn felt he was just using that to cheer her so his words didn't make her feel better.

Then came a knock on the door. Jacelyn glanced at Francis.

“Are you expecting someone?” She asked.

“Yes, it's Henry. He is here because of your treatment.”

As Francis
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