Chapter 1140


    Chapter 1140


    “What happened to you?” Amelia asked.


    Alicia forced a smile and said, “I was beaten by Ryan. He was frustrated that I couldn’t secure York


    Group business for him, so he took it out on me.”


    Amelia fell silent. After all, Alicia hade to seek her help before to secure a business deal between


    Ryan and Warren. She had declined the request at that time.


    Alicia saw Amelia’s expression and pretended to be generous. “Amelia, don’t take it to heart. It has


    nothing to do with you. I loved the wrong man. I didn’t expect him to hit me because of a failed


    business deal.”


    After she said that, Alicia paused again and said apologetically, “Thest time I left, I said some harsh


    things to you. Please don’t take it seriously. I was in a bad mood at that time. Now, I’m relieved I didn’t


    assist someone as heartless as Ryan in securing a business deal. It wouldn’t have been worth it.”


    When she heard this, Amelia hesitated for a moment and said, “In fact, you can leave him and live on


    your own. Just like me, after I was released from prison, I opened a small pasta restaurant and set up a


    food cart. Now I’m running a concession stand. It’s not bad as I live a stable life.”


    YeYeah, that’s what I think, too.” Alicia said, “I have also moved RRyan’s house. I rented a ce of my


    own, and I am living the I figure out my next steps. Amelia, I don’t have many friends. I more often in


    the future, please don’t find me annoying.”


    Amelia pursed her lips, but she still nodded when she saw Alicia


    rachd expectant eyes.


    Afterall, Alicia had helped her in prison before.


    Aldiaia immediately smiled. faiththe next few days, Alicia woulde here to visit Amelia and greet


    Matikilda.


    Bythihwagay, Amelia, in two days, I’m nning to visit the church for som partyersWould you be willing


    to apany me?” Alicia said. “Besides, yourare pregnant now. It might be a good idea to go, pray to


    the Virgin Mary and seek her blessings for a safe delivery.”


    “I’m not particrly religious,” Amelia responded. She ced more trust in the medical care she


    received in the hospital than in prayer.


    “Consider giving it a try. Besides, it won’t hurt you to pay your respects to the Virgin Mary! I’ll drive right


    to the parking lot in front of the church, so you won’t have to walk or exert yourself.” Alicia continued to


    persuade Amelia.


    Matilda at the side heard Alicia and said, “Why don’t you go for a prayer? It won’t hurt. It might bring


    you some peace of mind, even if you’re not religious.”


    Older generations, such as Matilda, had a strong belief in religion.


    When she heard this, Amelia didn’t refuse again and agreed to go to the church with Alicia.


    “That’s a deal. I will pick you up in two days!” With that, Alicia left the concession stand and went back


    to her car.


    As soon as she got in the car, her face turned grim.


    Alicia was expecting a spectacle on that day. Since Amelia had hurt her so badly, she wanted Amelia to


    experience an even worse fate!


    Two dayster, Alicia drove Amelia to the church.


    While on the way, Alicia engaged in casual conversation and mentioned, “You should be three months


    pregnant now. You need to be cauti Miscarriage is moremon in this month.”


    “I’ll be careful,” Amelia replied.


    “By the way, have you heard about Mr. Yustone? He badmouthed yo outside the sip and see party


    venue. Now he’s in a tough spot, and his family is going bankrupt. His previous business ventures all


    failed, and is now trying to borrow money from anyone who will listen. Unfortunately, no one dares to


    lend him a penny,” Alicia said.


    Amelia listened quietly, and there was no expression on her face.


    Alicia cast a sidelong nce at Amelia and continued meaningfully, “Mr. Yustone is so miserable


    because he offended Warren. Amelia, you’re so lucky to have a man like Warren who will marry you


    and defend you. Unlike me, my youth was squandered on a betrayer like Ryan.”


    “If you live your life authentically, youll eventually meet someone who really loves youl Ameliaaaid.


    “Really? 5o… can you initudduce someone to me? There should be many young talents in Warrens’s


    kindness.” Alicia asked dvititibope in her eyes.


    Amelia bit her lip and said “don’t know anyone in hispany. I’m afraid I can’t be of any heh.”


    “Really? Then it’s all right. Let’s talk bbout itter.” Alicia still kept a smile on her face, but she cursed


    dualitiously in her heart, “Amelia, you asked for it!”


    In the church. Alicia guided Ameliahthorough the process of praying and venerating the Virgin Mary


    with praaddodd ease.


    Amelia looked at the solemn statue of the Virgin Mary in front of her. She wasn’t particrly religious,


    butathisismoment, she found herself suddenly filled with a sense of reverencze.


    If indeed there were higher beings listeningaoltheir prayers, she prayed that they might bless her


    mother, childreena and friends with safety, health, and happiness. She prayed that sholdd get


    through this predicament and deliver her child safetyAAddbbealso prayed for…


    derthoughts involuntarily turned to Warren’s visisage. She thought about thenador of his face when she


    encountered chinimiinhthe hospital, along with the needle puncture on his arm.


    Aththis mooment, there seemed to be a small voice thenheart… ragged that/Warren would be safe and


    soundd. echapps/Warren had be an indelible mark in her heart.


    Vico Arnelia came out of the nave, Alicia handed her appouch. He oothinsouardian Angel Medal from


    the priest just nowwi puuitinin a oochhKkepptinaaa blessing for your baby. Keep it withlypuuwhen you


    anho chumch her we leave, you can find a ce for itiathbone. Alicia aid within a side as she handed


    over the pouch and attemptedda alchape he cordarcouddancha’s neck.


    Amelia subcoopsidiously wanted to avoid it.


    Amelia, consisidettiin aabker of my goodwill. Take it as an apology foor ny harsh words prreviously


    expressed Alicia. Her face was filled withh guilt and remorser


    Amelia pursed her lips and eventually epted the pouch. It carried a faint fragrance.


    When they returned to the car, Alicia suddenly began to rummage through her body and bag.


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    “What’s wrong?” Amelia asked.


    “My phone is missing. Maybe it’s left in the church. Wait for me in the car. I’ll go and find my phone,”


    Alicia said.


    Amelia nodded.