Restoring a Life After Seven Years of Wrong Love novel Chapter 199

She unlocked her phone and pulled up a recording of Derek threatening her.

"This is amazing. With this tape, throwing him in a cell is almost guaranteed."

Relief washed over Charlotte's face; she never expected Zoe to have such damning proof.

"If it goes to court, would you be willing to testify?"

"I..." Zoe hesitated, looking deeply conflicted. "You see how we live. My mom is so fragile, and I'm terrified his family will retaliate against us."

"I completely understand." Charlotte gently patted her hand. "Just giving me this evidence is more than enough. I'll handle making sure he goes away."

Just as she was about to leave, Zoe suddenly spoke up. "Wait. I once saw a really weird group chat on his phone. I didn't get the chance to open it before he noticed, but he completely panicked when he saw me looking."

"That's incredibly helpful, thank you." Charlotte suddenly pressed a hand to her stomach. "Do you mind if I use your bathroom?"

"Of course. If you don't mind the mess."

Zoe reached out. "That bag looks heavy. I can hold it for you."

Charlotte waved her off and stepped into the bathroom. She quickly pulled all the cash out of her wallet and left it discreetly on the vanity shelf.

She flushed the toilet and stepped out.

Zoe walked her to the door.

A heavy stone seemed to press against Charlotte's chest, leaving her breathless.

She just hoped that money would ease some of Zoe's crushing burden.

Half an hour later.

Charlotte's phone rang; it was Zoe.

"Ms. Clark, I can't take your money. Where are you? I'll bring it right back."

"Use it to buy some decent food for your mom. It's just a small token from me. Please don't say no."

"Thank you... thank you so much," Zoe sobbed uncontrollably over the line.

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