Chapter 41

Celine extended a hand, wiping the tears that tainted her cheeks. “Don’t cry over that bastard anymore, he’ll come apologize to you soon. This time, don’t forgive him.”

“Bu—”

The woman chuckled, pinching Celeste’s cheeks. “I’m kidding, you can if you want, but if you are to choose between your happiness and his, choose yours. Your peace is more important and if he keeps disturbing it, it doesn’t make sense you stay only to suffer. He’s my son, but I’m on your side…it must’ve been painful, you’ve endured so much pain because of him already, don’t let him put you through anymore.”

She pulled Celeste into her arms, hugging her tightly. “Next time you visit, you’re cooking and you’re doing the dishes as well.”

Celeste’s arm reluctantly wrapped around her slim waist in a hug which she had never gotten from her own parents. “I-I’d be glad to.”

Tears flooded her cheeks as she thought of all the acceptance Zillon’s parents had given her. They have never judged