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Their statement admitted that Mathilda stepping on my face wasn’t right, but insisted she had reasons. They claimed I had repeatedly mistreated Mathilda, and that’s why she lashed out.
They said Mathilda would always be their most beloved sister and they’d protect her no matter what.
Most people online stayed rational. They agreed that stepping on someone’s face was unacceptable, no matter the reason.
They also said Mathilda was wrong to mislead the public and make me look like some evil imposter who stole someone else’s life.
Still, the Ginger brothers held a lot of sway.
Especially Taylor, the A-list actor with a massive fanbase.
His fans followed his lead and began defending Mathilda, which helped dilute the criticism. She didn’t even lose many followers.
To be honest, reading their statements felt laughable.
Because when you really care about someone, their betrayal cuts the deepest.
But thankfully, I was already beyond disappointed with the Ginger family.
So when they stood by Mathilda again, blindly and without question, it didn’t make me sad anymore.
It just made me nauseous.
And bitter.
-I didn’t do anything wrong, yet during the brightest years of my life, I was bullied for six months-by the very people I thought were my family.
I don’t forget things easily.
I’m just not strong enough right now to fight them.
But if I ever become powerful enough, I’ll make them pay back every ounce of what they owe me. With interest.
John had been waiting outside the City Hall since early morning.
He knew Lily had always dreamed of being his bride.
Last time they planned to register their marriage, she’d shown up before dawn, giddy with excitement.
He thought she’d show up early again today.
But after more than an hour of waiting-and even after the office opened-she still didn’t come.
He figured maybe she’d cried herself to sleep last night and hadn’t woken up yet, hadn’t seen his texts.
So he waited.
Another half hour went by.
Still no sign of her.
He was just about to call and ask when her message finally came through.
A spark of warmth lit up his cold, dark eyes.
Of course she’s coming, he thought. She’s probably just running late and didn’t want to keep me waiting.
His heart beat like a lovesick teenager’s as he opened her message, excitement bubbling in his chest.
Then he read:
“Just reminding you again-I’m already married. I really hate being harassed by an ex. John, let’s never meet again.”
Never meet again…
She was still lying about being married.
John’s pupils shrank, and the flicker of warmth in his expression instantly iced over with cold fury.
She’s so damn unreasonable.
But even so, I miss her like crazy. I want her-forever.
So with a stiff jaw and darkened expression, he picked up his phone and called her again.
The line was busy.
It was clear she’d blocked his number.
John had no choice but to switch to a backup phone and try again.
This time, she picked up quickly,
“Hello, who is-“
“Lily, how long are you going to keep this up?”
Lily had answered with basic courtesy, but the second she heard John’s voice, her expression turned frosty. and her eyes lit up with sharp disdain.
Her voice carried none of the softness he once knew, only coldness and annoyance. “John, that should be my my question. How long are you going to keep this up? We broke up. I really, really don’t want you life anymore.”
“Broke up?” John let out a mocking laugh. “Don’t tell me you’re still going with that I’m married’ lie. Lily, this kind of trick is pointless. It doesn’t make me worry about you. It just makes you look ridiculous.”
Seriously?
Lily felt exhausted just trying to communicate with him.
Still, if it meant he’d finally leave her alone, she forced herself to stay calm. “I’m not lying. I really am married. I’m doing just fine. Your constant interference is disgusting.”
“John, can’t we just part ways peacefully? Every time you reach out, it makes me regret ever falling for you.”
You made me feel tainted.
John’s fingers clenched tight, his grip threatening to crush his phone.
Bloodshot eyes filled with rage and despair. He looked like a trapped animal on the edge.
I really hate when she tries to push my buttons.
But the truth is, I miss her. I ache for her.
And yes, I had hurt her, Badly. I knew it.
So he softened his tone, hoping to win her back.
“Lily, I’m outside the office right now. I came over before seven. I’ve been waiting for you. I know I was misled by what was online yesterday. I assumed the worst of you. I didn’t give you the trust you deserved. I know that hurt you. But I regret it. Deeply. Once we get married, I’ll treat you right. I’ll love you, protect you. I won’t let you suffer again. Can you come here now? Bring your ID. Please?”
Lily blinked in surprise.
Is he really at the office?
The old Lily would’ve been over the moon.
Back then, I loved John so much I would’ve given up everything-my pride, my boundaries, even myself. One word from him, and I’d pour my whole heart out like an offering.
But what did I get in return?
Even when I loved him with everything I had, he still cheated on me with Elsa.
He said he wouldn’t let me suffer?
If I went back to him, all I’d get is pain. Again and again.
“Lily, where are you? I can come pick you up. Just tell me the address.”
He waited in silence for her answer. Thinking her silence meant she was softening, he kept coaxing her. voice sweet and low. “After we register, let’s go do a photo shoot too. Maybe book a honeymoon suite-
“John.”
Lily cut in.
Her tone didn’t match the joy he was expecting. It was cold. Cutting.
“You say you’ll protect me. Love me. Never let me feel wronged again. But I hate Elsa. Can you cut her off for good? Can you stop seeing her, stop caring about her, stop thinking about her? Can you promise not to hold her, not to kiss her, not to let her sit in your lap? Can you make her disappear from your life entirely?”
“Lily…”
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