I closed my eyes instinctively. If this slap could help him ease his hatred, I was willing to take it.

In the end, the slap did not happen.

He said hatefully, “Sophia Collins, you sure have guts!” With that, he turned around and left.

Looking at his back I sighed. This ending would be the best for everyone.

“Richard will hate you forever.” James’s cold voice could be heard from the door.

He came in with my medical ...