Aware of Flossie’s recent loss and emotional turmoil, as well as her apparent conflict with Benny, the maid feared Flossie might act impulsively.


    “Alright, I won’t call him.


    Please, don’t do anything rash,” the maid pleaded, ceasing her movements.


    Flossie took the maid’s phone and proceeded to leave, but upon noticing the maid trailing behind her, she halted and issued a sternmand.


    “Don’t follow me.


    ”


    This was the first time Flossie had left the ward since she was hospitalized.


    She hadn’t fully recovered yet.


    The odd sensation she felt as she walked was a stark reminder of her recent ordeal.


    She felt lost, unsure of where to go.


    Ever since Benny came into her life, everything had revolved around him.


    She had sacrificed her career and her friendship…


    Thinking of Ste made Flossie even more heartbroken.


    Ste had always been her rock.


    During her darkest times, when everyone else turned against her, Ste had stood by her side, unwavering in her belief and helping her vindicate herself step by step.


    But what had she done to Ste?Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org.


    After everything that had transpired, Ste probably despised her.


    Flossie’s heart sank.


    She wiped away her tears.


    She knew she deserved this suffering.


    She didn’t me anyone else.


    Lowering her hand, Flossie suddenly spotted someone in the distance who resembled Ste.


    Without thinking, she dashed toward the figure and called out, “Ste…” Her voice was hoarse, filled with unease and guilt.


    The person turned around, but it wasn’t Ste’s familiar face.


    Flossie quickly apologized, “I’m sorry.


    I mistook you for someone else.


    ”


    Turning around, she was surprised to see Ste right there behind her.


    Flossie tensed up.


    She’d yed this reunion in her head over and over, practicing her apology every day.


    But when the moment actually came, standing face to face with Ste, she found herself paralyzed, all her rehearsed courage slipping away.


    Ste, for her part, hadn’t expected to run into Flossie.


    She’d longed for an apology or some sort of exnation, but after repeated disappointments, she’d let that hope go.


    Silent, Ste turned to leave, resolved not to give Flossie another nce.


    Flossie, with a tight feeling in her throat, hurried after Ste.


    “Ste… She reached out, gripping Ste’s hand, tears spilling over.


    “I’m sorry.


    I won’t beg for forgiveness, but please, let me exin.


    ”


    Ste’s anger had been simmering.


    She’d sworn if Flossie dared show her face, she wouldn’t be met with kindness.


    Yet, seeing Flossie’s tearful expression and knowing Matthew was now awake, Ste found herself speechless, her anger deted.