Chapter 78

LINDEN

I’d made a lot of mistakes in my life, but this time, I almost ruined a man’s life, a father to a little boy, because I let my emotions get the best of me.

Maybe a past should be left in the past. And I should have just followed my gut.

“When you’re silent like this, I know there’s a lot going on in your head.”

“I know. I’m sorry.” I kissed her hand. “I almost ruined his life. Even if the court acquits him for the lack of evidence, his name has already been disgraced. I couldn’t help but look back at how my life was simple back then. Sometimes, having this kind of position always puts me in the tough spot, decision-making that involves life, and I don’t wanna make that decision again.”

“Hey. you can’t blame yourself. You always have a blind spot regarding the people you care about. Everyone does.”

“I hated her for years. Then, I began to care because I thought she was a victim. She used it to get my sympathy, to manipulate me. She blindside