Chapter 21:Colton, who had been pampered since birth, had never experienced anything like this.
Keanu, who had made an impressive recovery after his stay in the hospital, swung his cane with precision, hitting the tender spots where the pain would linger the longest.
Colton's face drained of color, while Allison stood there, so indifferent.
as if the whole scene took place in a distant land, far removed from their concerns.
Get out! From this moment on, neither of us will ever set foot in this mansion again without my permission.
Keanu bellowed, his voice echoing through the room as he shoved them outside.
Once the door slammed shut, he collapsed onto the couch, his chest heaving with heavy breathing.
Allison, unmoved by the storm that had just broken loose, calmly poured him a glass of water and handed it to him.
Keanu, take care of your health.
That cane of yours has been with you for years.
It would be a shame if it broke.
Outside, Colton struggled to his feet, pulling Melany along as he staggered forward.
He hadn't even caught his breath before Allison's contemptuous words, carried on the wind, almost made him stumble in fury.
Did Allison truly believe that he was worth less than a cane? Keanu, sinking now under the weight of it all, spoke with a quieter voice, full of regret.
I feel sorry for you.
After decades of navigating the choppy waters of business, never shedding a tear for anyone or anything, Keanu found himself feeling genuine remorse.
He had raised an ungrateful soul, a disappointment who had not only betrayed his benefactor, but had tarnished the reputation of the Stevens family.
"Are you really never going back?" Keanu asked quietly, his voice strained by the heaviness of the situation.
he asks.
Allison turned to him, her expression a mixture of sadness and certainty.
In her mind, there was no debt to settle between her and the Stevens family.
This was simply the closing of a chapter.
You know how I am, she began, choosing her words carefully so as not to hurt him.
I've always hated unfinished business.
Colton and I That's in the past.
But you.
.
.
I will always think of you as my grandfather.
If you ever need anything, don't hesitate to call me.
I'll be there.
Her words were both a promise and a farewell.
Keanu, understanding everything, sighed deeply, knowing that she was determined.
After exchanging a few more words, Keanu reluctantly walked her to the door.
He saw her disappear into the garden, without her grace fading.
Her figure merged with the vegetation, and he was impressed by how beautiful and strong she was.
All he could do was let out a sad sigh.
What a tangled web we weave.
Outside the mansion, Melany clung to Colton's arm, her eyes full of guilt.
I'm so sorry, Colton.
This is all my fault.
If it weren't for me, your grandfather wouldn't be so angry.
It's not your fault, Colton reassured her, gently stroking her hair.
Grandpa has a bad temper.
The more time we spend with him, the more he will see who you really are.
Even as Colton spoke, his mind began to wander.
Even though Melany was the woman he loved, the one he had fought for, his thoughts kept returning to Allison.
Her distant and calm attitude caused him growing discomfort.
Allison had also always maintained a polite distance from her mother.
The woman who had once shared her life now seemed like a shadow, receding with each passing day.
He couldn't shake the feeling that something essential was slipping through his hands like sand in an hourglass.
But no, Melany was the woman he had always loved, for whom he had fought so hard.
He hugged her tighter.
, then he took her hand and led her forward.
We will return to the mansion when grandfather calms down.
He is stubborn, but he will reconsider.
Meanwhile, let's go back to the villa.
I had your old room cleaned and prepared.
Colton had no idea what awaited him.
As they approached the entrance to the villa, he saw a group of men in black suits cleaning the place.
"One more load and we'll be done!" a worker shouted.
Colton stopped dead, his mind struggling to process what was happening.
.
Her eyes followed him as they took everything related to Allison.
They were taking everything.
Elegant vases, clothes she had designed for him, even the wallpaper from three years ago.
There was no trace of her.
.
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