The price of betrayal (Jack and Ashley) novel Chapter 98

Meanwhile, after they got home, Audrey pulled Kara aside and said seriously, "Kara, you were really rude just now. Do you realize that?"

Kara was defiant as she snapped, "Audrey, that was Nolan! I know you've loved that man for many years. You loved him so much that you've practically lost your friends over him. But is he really worth it?

"He's an ex-convict who was dumped by his own wife after getting out of prison. He's just clinging to you like a lifeline, and you're actually willing to throw away everything for him? You're being foolish.

"He doesn't love you. He's bringing you harm."

Audrey sighed. "Kara, you don't understand. You'll get it once I explain everything to you."

Kara covered her ears and huffed in frustration. "I don't want to hear about your mess. All I know is that you two are a terrible match. He's not good enough for you, and he'll only bring you down.

"In any case, I don't approve. He's just a pathetic man who's been rejected and discarded. He doesn't love you, and he doesn't deserve to love you.

"You need to think this through, but I'll never approve of you being with him."

With that, Kara stormed off in a huff.

Audrey watched Kara leave helplessly, thinking she'd have to explain everything later. She knew Kara was only looking out for her and genuinely cared for her.

Even though Kara was just her cousin, they were closer than sisters. She didn't blame Kara for misunderstanding the situation. In fact, anyone might have jumped to the same conclusion.

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Meanwhile, in the hospital room, Nicholas was on the verge of madness.

His injuries were horrifying, but what was even more terrifying was his mental state, which fluctuated between moments of clarity and insanity. He was a completely broken man.