She believed she was strong enough to hide her emotions, but she was mistaken.
Something could never be concealed. She couldn’t hide her grief as she saw her mother be sent to prison.
“I’m pleased you’re living a happy life now.” Maxina proceeded by stroking her head. “Don’t feel sorry for me; I knew what was going to happen before I took action. I was selfish and neglected your feelings, and I apologize; please forgive me for hurting your heart.”
Loredana didn’t dare to look at her since she knew she’d cry.
“Can you make me a promise, Lola?”
Loredana brushed her tears away and glanced at Maxina. “Yes.”
“Take care of the kids and enjoy your life with Cormac; he’s a nice man.”
“Yes, I will,” she took a deep breath.
Yes, Cormac treated her well, and her life was now one she had never dreamed of.
She never expected to fall so deeply in love with a man.
One of life’s surprises was that you never know what type of person awaits you in the future.
“Call me whenever you want to come over,” Boyce said.
He had rules and procedures to obey as well.
The only thing he could do was take care of Maxina and let Loredana visit and go as she pleased.
Loredana was well aware of the situation.
“Don’t worry, I’m fine in here; living out there could make me feel uneasy,” Maxina reassured Loredana.
Loredana remained still as she watched Maxina being taken away.
She appeared skinny and frail from behind, and the late afternoon sunshine accentuated her frailty.
Loredana watched as she faded away in front of her.
Loredana cried, “Mom,” as if she was about to vanish forever.
Maxina grinned as she turned to face her.
Boyce brought Maxina back in and arranged for someone to look after her. He had individuals inside who could complete the task.
After settling everything, he returned to the hall and noticed Loredana slumped against the wall, her head down. Boyce approached her immediately since she appeared to be depressed. “Are you okay?” he couldn’t think of anything else to say.
“Are you free for a glass of drink?” Loredana asked.
“Yes,” Boyce considered for a while.
She was depressed and needed a drink to sleep; she would suffer even more if she kept everything inside her heart.
“I’ll drive,” Boyce said.
Loredana gave him the keys and they headed out together.
Boyce opened the door for her to get on and went over to the driver’s seat to start the car.
“Where would you want to go?” Boyce asked.
Loredana leaned against the window, her face sad and her eyes drowsy. “Choose a quiet location please.”
“Okay.” Boyce considered a quiet location.
He drove steadily for approximately fifteen minutes before pulling off in front of a pub.
Boyce had frequented this location and was familiar with the surroundings; it was a quiet place that Loredana desired.
He stored some alcoholic beverages in this place. He told someone to bring his bottles over when he led Loredana in.
After putting Loredana in a room, he excused himself to use the restroom. He then proceeded to the door, reached for his phone, and hesitated whether or not to contact Cormac. Should he inform Cormac that Loredana was upset and invite him to come over?
Would Loredana be angry if she found out he called Cormac?
He was unsure.
He chose to contact Cormac after some consideration, otherwise… It would be difficult to explain to him if Loredana became drunken later.
Someone called his name while he was looking for Cormac’s number and was about to make the call.
“Boyce?”
Boyce raised his head to see Armand approaching.
“It is you. I thought I was mistaken, why are you so free for a drink here?” He was carrying his briefcase. He hadn’t accepted cases in a long time, but he started again when Therese left. His daily routine consisted of going to the workplace, taking care of Mrs Leslie, and going out for a drink whenever he thought about Theresa.
He happened to be out for a drink today.
“Let’s go have a drink,” he said, wrapping his arm around Boyce’s neck.
“I can’t go with you alone,” Boyce said.
“Does anyone else want to come?” Armand’s eyes blinked.
“Guess,” Boyce taunted.
Armand grinned as he gazed at him for a few moments “Have you got a girlfriend? You brought her today?”
Boyce’s eyes narrowed. He was okay if it had been someone else in the room, but it was Loredana, and one should never make fun of her.
“I won’t joke about it anymore, what’s there to be unhappy about?” Armand blinked a few times.
“It’s Loredana,” Boyce said, casting a look at him.
Armand had tensed as well. Hearing Loredana name or seeing her reminded him of Theresa.
“Well, I’ll go then,” he replied, his gaze fixed on the floor.
Since Theresa’s departure, he’s been preoccupied with work and caring for Mrs Leslie. He had last seen Loredana at the airport.
Loredana was close to Theresa, so seeing her reminded him of her. “Thought you’d gotten over it?” Boyce said, looking at him. Why did he appear to be holding grudges against Loredana?
New Book: Beginning with a Daring Encounter
Celsie was tired of being labeled as an introvert, workaholic, and dull virgin by her friends. Determined to prove them wrong, she made a bet that she would do something daring on her 25th birthday. Now that the day had arrived, it was time to fulfill her promise. On her daring to-do list, there was one task: a one-night stand with someone.