Chapter 8 I heard a deafening roar in my head. I stood there, completely stunned.
Countless insults and mockery poured into my ears. I collapsed, covering my ears, but couldnât block out the voices. Finally, as the crowd grew, security guards dragged me out of the hotel.
I didnât remember how I left. I just felt incredibly cold all over, wave after wave threatening to drown me With nowhere to go, I went to the beach after dark and sat on the sand, staring blankly at the scenery.
People who recognized me kept their distance, avoiding me like the plague. The only ones who came close wanted photos, one even cruelly tugging at my top.
At that moment, I finally realized that someone like me didnât even have a chance to start over.
My life was ruined.
My dear sister, my beloved fiancé, my respected parentsâthey had destroyed me.
By the time the crowds dispersed, it was nearly dawn. Hayes had called many times. I finally answered.
âScarlett, where are you? Donât do anything stupid, please. Iâm coming to find youâjust stay put, okay? Remember I still with you. Donât be scared. Iâll protect you forever. Just wait for me a little longer, alright?â
I softly responded âMm,â my eyes completely lifeless.
When Hayes found me, the sea breeze had left me stiff with cold. Without hesitation, he pulled me into his arms, wrapped his coat around me, and repeatedly kissed the top of my head.
âScarlett, please come away with me. We can leave the country and never come back. Iâll help you forget everything. Weâll start fresh.â
âYouâre not dirty! I care about you so much. No matter what they say, I think youâre amazing. Scarlett, will you look at me?
Please donât scare me like this. I promise Iâll always be right by your side. Whenever you need me, Iâll be there in a heartbeat, okay?â
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Chapter 8 For the first time in forever, I let my guard down completely. I leaned fully into Hayesâs embrace, soaking in his warmth.
âBut Iâm ruined, Hayes. Why are you wasting your time? Someday, youâll regret this.â
I said it calmly, but Dr. Hayes laughed through his tears, kissing the top of my head again and again, promising over and over.
âIâve known since high school that I could never regret choosing you. Scarlett, if I ever did, I swear Iâd end my own life first.
Just please donât push me away again, okay?
âLet me stay with you, just by your side.â
After days of holding it in, my emotions finally broke. I clutched Hayesâs shirt and sobbed uncontrollably.
I had been so close to happiness.
Why didnât my parents believe me? Why didnât Thaddeus believe me? Why would my own sister do this to me?
They even wouldnât investigate what truly happened?
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