No More Waiting, She Chooses Love novel Chapter 59

The tension in the room was palpable as Herschel and Jacqueline processed my words. It was no surprise, yet the air was thick with unease.

"Sweetie, we've heard the whole story, and it's not on you. That rascal Conrad is to blame. I already gave him an earful and told him to come home and apologize to you." Before I could even speak, Jacqueline had launched into a tirade against Conrad.

Her actions, though, seemed to be a plea for me not to voice the uncomfortable truth they dreaded to hear.

Ever the more rational, Herschel cut Jacqueline off, "Let's hear what Felicia has to say."

Jacqueline's grip on my hand tightened, her eyes imploring me to reconsider, mirroring her earlier words.

I lowered my gaze, attempting to shield myself from their influence, "Herschel, Jacqueline, sorry, but Conrad and I, we've broken up."

The room fell into a heavy silence, broken only by the tightening grip of Jacqueline's hand around mine.

"Why?" Herschel's voice was deep and forceful.

I knew I must give a reason compelling enough to stop their objections, or the conversation would circle endlessly. Telling them Conrad and I weren't suitable for each other would serve no purpose.

So, I chose to be honest. "It's because of Haley. Conrad’s attention to her was excessive, far beyond what he offered me, his fiancée."

Jacqueline pulled my hand closer to her as she asked, “What has he done? For that woman to keep chasing after my son, what's going on?"