I turned and went into my room.
The next morning, after I woke up and went to throw out the trash, I saw Antonio curled up, asleep outside my door.
But this time, I wouldn’t soften.
Being soft with him was like poisoning myself.
Once was enough.
For an entire month, I acted like Antonio didn’t exist. came
Friends tried to intervene, even his parents to talk to me, but I ignored it all.
Finally, I couldn’t take it anymore. I printed out everything Sarah had sent me and handed it to him.
“Antonio, why don’t you have some dignity?
“How am I supposed to forgive you? How do you expect me to keep living with you when I can’t erase these four years of betrayal from my mind? Am I that worthless?”
He completely broke down.
He fell to his knees in front of me, frantically slapping his own face.
Sarah also begged me, pretending to care, asking me to get back together with Antonio.
The most dramatic time, she shoved the baby into my arms, tears in her eves, and ran off
“Grace, please! Get back together with Antonio. Without a father, this child has no chance.”
She was so sure I’d soften, that my compassionate nature would kick in.
But I didn’t give in.
I set the baby down by the side of the road and walked away.
Did she seriously think I’d pity the child?
How laughable.
The hospital gave me the opportunity to train in Emberford.
If I went, I’d secure the position of director when I came back.
Without hesitation, I agreed.
On the day I was leaving, Antonio chased me all the way to the airport.
He tried to smile, but it didn’t reach his eyes.
“Grace, is this really it? Are you leaving just to escape me? Do you really hate me that much? I love you. I’ve always loved only you. I was just deceived by Sarah.
“I’ve been thinking a lot these days. I know I’ve made
days. I know I’ve made many mistakes. Can’t you just give me one more chance? We’ve been so in love before. Please don’t give up on me.
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