Don’t Fall for the Billionaire Lover novel Chapter 919

Neil gently held Ruby’s hand, his words flowing softly and continuously. Chloe had never seen him speak so much before. A wave of sadness washed over her for a moment.

“Dad…” Chloe called out softly, her voice barely above a whisper. Neil turned his head, surprise etched on his face, and Chloe saw the tears shimmering in his eyes.

Standing up, Neil said, “Talk to your mom. She’d love to hear your voice the most.” He turned away, quickly wiping a tear from the corner of his eye, and left the room.

Chloe settled into the chair Neil had just vacated. “Mom, I’m here to see you,” she said, looking at Ruby, who lay still on the bed. With the oxygen mask on, she appeared just like she always did, as if she were only taking a nap.

“You were my hero growing up. I never imagined you were my real mom. Since I found out, I’ve rarely called you that—not because of any bitterness, but because I’m so incredibly happy. It felt like life was being too generous, like it was too good to be true, and I was scared that my happiness would suddenly be yanked away.”

Chloe’s voice trembled with emotion. “I never thought it would really be like this. Fate always seems to strike when I’m at my happiest.”

She clutched Ruby’s hand tightly. “Mom, don’t leave me. I want to live with you. I want to help the kids at the orphanage with you. I want to go to Africa and build schools with you…”