CHAPTER 7

"I told you, don't be too greedy!" Justin's face was filled with a deep sense of sadness.

However, fear did not consume me. I was on the verge of losing it all anyway, so what was there left for me to fear?

With the child growing inside me and my last bit of self-respect on the line, I was determined not to make any compromises this time.

"I believe we don't need to finish this meal. I already lost my apettite." I grabbed my bag, my face devoid of emotion. Justin was fully aware of the depth of my affection for him.

However, he had exploited my emotions, oblivious to the fact that I would also experience heartache.

Once I left the restaurant, I took a moment to collect my feelings before returning to Montefalco's ancestral home in order to see grandma.

Grandma was incredibly kind and loving towards me, just like a grandmother should be. Despite my disagreement with Justin, I couldn't overlook the significance of his grandmother.

In addition, grandma has been experiencing some health i