Chapter 1226

Shera sobbed as she explained, “I understand your astonishment, but it’s really me. I survived the car

accident, albeit with severe injuries. Rhea, driven by personal motives, sent me abroad and

orchestrated the cremation of another person’s body. She believed that my disappearance would make

you more inclined to be with her.”

Marcus gestured for her to come inside.

“Let’s go inside.

Shera seated herself on the sofa, her nerves visibly frayed.

With a somber expression, Marcus poured her a glass of warm water before taking a seat.

“Are you saying that Rhea imprisoned you overseas? She wanted everyone to believe you were

dead?”

He had considered Rhea to be merely spoiled, but he didn’t think she’d be capable of something so

cruel.

While he had supported Rhea’s education and career, given her gifts and assistance over the years, he

hadn’t truly comprehended her character.

Shera affirmed his suspicions.

“Yes, that’s right. I never imagined my sister could be so malicious.

Despite her facade of indulgence, I never anticipated her locking me in a basement, a life worse than

death. I wanted to escape, but I was closely watched, Still, I never ceased my attempts to return. Two

months ago, my surveillance was somewhat lax, with only one person overseeing me. When she

entered to bring me food, I used a fork as a makeshift weapon, compelling her to let me out.”

She added, “Marcus, I’m terrified…”

She then sought solace in Marcus’s arms once more.

“I’ve yearned for you every single day. Have you missed me?” asked Shera.

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Despite her pitiable state, Marcus gently pushed her away, rising to his feet and creating distance

between them.

“You’ve endured so much in these past years. They attempted to eliminate me in that car accident, but

I hadn’t foreseen your involvement. I apologize for that. Nonetheless, I want to reiterate what I said five

years ago. While I value your kindness and bravery, a romantic relationship between us remains

impossible. Please respect my decision.”

During a business trip abroad, he had encountered Shera. At the time, she was distributing bread to

homeless children in the square. He was waiting in his car at a red light.

Sadly, her altruism didn’t garner a favorable response. A native man approached, kicked her down, and

robbed her of her wallet.

The man dashed by his car, which he couldn’t allow. He stepped out, apprehended the man, and

retrieved Shera’s wallet. She came over, expressing her gratitude to Marcus.

He advised her, “Check if anything’s missing from your wallet.”

She inspected her wallet, finding only a few identification cards, with no cash inside.

Frowning, he inquired, “Did he take all your money?”

She smiled and shook her head, then gestured toward the children on the square who were now

smiling at her.

“I gave all the money to the children. But these certificates are valuable to me. Losing them would be

troublesome.”