Chapter 56


    Chapter 56


    HAZEL


    FIVE YEARS AGO


    Are my eyes ying tricks on me? How did this item appear out of nowhere? Looking at him


    skeptically, I turned the water faucet on to wash my hands. “Why are you here, Kelvin?” Wait, that


    might not be the right question to ask at the moment. “How did you manage to find me?”


    He gave me a grin, the same youthful grin that I once found endearing, but now it’s giving me an eerie


    feeling. “Is that the question you want to ask your boyfriend, the one you left behind for years?”


    What is he even talking about? I quickly grabbed a tissue and dried my hands. “Let me respond to two


    points in what you just said. Firstly, you’re not my boyfriend; I can’t evenbel you as an ex because


    what we had back then was far from a healthy rtionship.” I noticed his frown, though it doesn’t affect


    me. “Secondly, you’re the one who deserted me outside the social service home. Don’t misunderstand


    me, though – I’m actually thankful that you left me there.” If you hadn’t, I might be in jail right now, still


    trapped in drug addiction.


    He maintained that unsettling grin, taking a deliberate step closer while rubbing his nose with his thumb


    energetically. “Let me take a moment to rify two things, Hazel. It’s important to note that you’re still


    my girlfriend because, as far as I can recall, there was no official breakup between us. Secondly, I need


    to stress that I didn’t abandon you outside the social worker’s home due to indifference or neglect. It


    was a decision made with your safety in mind, the most prudent choice given the circumstances.


    Taking you to a hospital, while it might have seemed like an option, would have led to far-reaching


    implications not just for you, but for me and my friends as well.”


    A throbbing headache is already beginning to take hold. “At this point, you know what? None of the


    exnation truly matter. We’ve both moved on, I’m certain of that. I’ve found contentment in the current


    state of my life, just as I hope you have in yours.”


    “I haven’t,” he deadpanned, causing my eyebrows to arch. “I haven’t moved on, Hazel, and I’m most


    certainly not content with my life.”


    I blinked slowly, processing his words. “That seems to be more of a personal struggle,” I retorted.


    Letting out a sigh, I regarded him with a critical gaze. “Here’s a piece of advice for you, Kelvin: break


    free from the grip of drugs.” It’s painfully obvious that he’s still under their influence. “Try embracing a


    healthy lifestyle; I promise you’ll find it appealing.”


    A sh of distaste twisted his lips. “Cut the holier-than-thou act, Hazel. You’re no better than me.”


    “It’s been five years since I had any illegal substances in my system, Kelvin. I’ve been maintaining a


    healthier lifestyle than you,” I stated in an even tone. “Given how frequently you’re rubbing your nose,


    I’d bet my money you had a drag before leaving your house.”


    He shot me a re before letting out a bitter chuckle. “I see where this newfound confidence is


    stemming from.” His words caught me off guard, and I raised an eyebrow in curiosity. “It’s that wealthy


    guy you’ve been following, isn’t it?”


    What?! How long has this despicable person been observing me? “What wealthy individual are you


    referring to?” If I don’t hasten, Adam will undoubtedly start searching for me. “Listen, I genuinely don’t


    have the time or patience for this.” I attempted to maneuver around him, but he effectively blocked my


    path. “Kindly step aside, Kelvin.”


    “You’ll depart once I’ve had my say,” he growled, his grip on me tightening, hinting at his readiness to


    physically control the situation.


    I red at him, my gaze an unspoken challenge. “There’s a young man specifically entrusted with the


    responsibility of ensuring my protection from individuals like you. If you don’t vacate my path, he’ll


    inevitably enter this space in search of me, and I can guarantee you, the oue won’t be favorable


    for you.”


    His jaw tightened with anger. “Does he have knowledge of this?”


    Oh, for crying out loud! This day was progressing rather smoothly. “Know what, Kelvin? What exactly


    should Adam be aware of That I’m trapped in a restroom with my deranged ex-boyfriend?”


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    “Do you truly believe I care about your hired guardian?” he sneered. “I’m referring to Southwark, the


    current wealthy imb ecile you’re attempting to leech off.” He took a deliberate step closer. “Is he aware


    of your addiction?” A malicious grin tugged at his lips. “Or that you nearly drugged an infant?”


    “I was an addict,” I corrected through clenched teeth, my voice sharp. “Past tense, Kelvin! It’s behind


    me now. Everyone has a past, and this is mine. So, if you can’t contribute something meaningful to this


    conversation, kindly step away.”


    He clicked his tongue. “That wasn’t a yes, Hazel, so I’ll assume you haven’t confided in him.” Leaning


    in, he whispered, “If you don’t want me to start revealing things, you’d better answer my calls when I


    ring you.”


    “When you call?” I repeated, my voiceced with disbelief.


    He affirmed with a nod. “I have your number, Hazel, and I’m well aware that you’re cohabitating with


    him. If you choose to ignore my calls, I’ll have no option but to drop by thatvish mansion. I’m sure


    your boyfriend and his family would be quite interested in hearing what I have to share.”


    Fear knotted in my throat. “Are you attempting to ckmail me, Kelvin?”


    “ckmail?” he chuckled darkly, casually grabbing a fistful of my hair. “Honey, I’m not ckmailing you.


    I’m simply urging you to answer my calls. When we venture into the realm of ckmail, you’ll be well


    aware.” With a mocking gesture, he blew me a kiss and strolled out of the restroom.


    Paralyzed with a sense of helplessness, I remained frozen, tears tracing down my cheeks. How on


    earth was I going to reveal to Ravel that, in our entire year of being together, I had failed to disclose my


    previous struggle with drug addiction? And the thought of Anne’s reaction was equally daunting. My


    goodness! The repercussions of this revtion on Ravel’s public image, if it were to leak, were too


    overwhelming to contemte.


    “Ms. cks?” Adam’s voice echoed from the hallway, and I hastily wiped my tears away. “Are you all


    right? You’ve been in there longer than usual.”


    I cleared my throat, attempting to rid my voice of its huskiness. “I’m okay, Adam. I’ll be out in a minute.”


    Flicking on the faucet, I washed my face before emerging from the restroom.


    He studied my face for a moment, his gaze growing more focused by the second. “Are you certain


    you’re alright, Ms. cks?”


    I’m far from alright! In fact, I doubt I’ll be alright anytime soon. It appears my fairy tale might be on the


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