Reclaiming the CEO's Heart novel Chapter 29

Chapter 29 She Felt The Turmoil In His Heart

Tears streamed down Avery's cheeks as she realized she and Jacob could never return to the way things were.

He betrayed her and even involved the Adams family, who killed his sister.

The debts were too complex to calculate, like a tangled mess that only grew tighter, suffocating them, ultimately leading to a deadly end.

Jacob cradled her face, his thumb wiping away the tears on her cheeks. "Avy, don't love me; hate me instead. I betrayed you, I hurt our child, and there's no turning back for me."

She felt the turmoil in his heart, his rare tenderness, like a hint of greenery on a thawing iceberg.

But soon, it was obliterated by the next storm.

Jacob left the room as Avery watched his retreating figure.

Avery knew that this turn marked their final farewell.

There was no turning back for them.

When Avery stepped out of the room, Madison was no longer there. Kind-hearted Madison had always tried to bring them closer, thinking their disagreements were minor quarrels.

Avery was the only Mrs. Hill in the eyes of Madison, who didn't know it was actually a huge mistake.

Avery chuckled self-deprecatingly. With Madison's company, she hadn't felt lonely in the vast mansion. Only when Madison left did Avery realize an empty house was as lonely as her life.

The sky had turned dark outside. There was a pot of soup that Madison had prepared in the kitchen, and Avery served herself some.

The steam rising from the hot soup blurred her features even further.

Avery's expression remained calm as she took one sip after another.

She had found a way to break free from this exhausting game.

Jacob, what my father owes you, I'll repay.

Avery decided not to continue with chemotherapy but to enjoy the remaining days of her life.