It’s Love That Blinds Him – Chapter 72

Lucia looked at the fax she had received from Sophia. The pages fluttered between his fingers as his hands shook. She clenched her fists, forced herself to relax, then clenched them again. It was as if all the strength in her body had been drained by what she had just read. Lucia didn’t believe it. She was deeply shocked. She knew it was true. Sophia would never make up a story like this just to scare him. Something like that wasn’t a joke.

Wilma’s sudden visit was starting to make sense now. That must be what she meant. Lucia gave a sad little smile. She finally understood.

That was why Malcolm had gone to such lengths to woo her. So much effort to spoil her and make her feel wanted. It was why he had put so much patience into the relationship, why he had proposed to her at the end.

heart, he would be able to control every aspect of her. Nothing could have prepared her for what she had just read.

how heartless you are!” I

ave his diagnosis. No wonder when Wilma had asked Lucia to resign, Malcolm had acquiesced. No wonder he kept telling her to have a child.

Malcolm didn’t care about having a child with her. All he cared about was the Evans family. He wanted to protect the family in

er not knowing the truth.

ucia was dangerously numb. She was indifferent. She didn’t feel anything.

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ther. He took a breath to scold him, but Enoch beat him to it.

to see Lucia,” Enoch stammered.

one to see Lucia.

m…?” Enoch stopped, unable to finish his sentence. He looked at Malcolm worriedly, hoping his brother would read h

o. Grandma doesn’t think Lucia is suitable to be my wife. She won’t tell her the truth. All she will do is ask L

colm, what are you going to do?” asked Enoch.

ady left the office.

finally, he opened the door.

 She looked like she was deep in thought, lost in the world of her own imagination. But upon closer inspection, he could see that she was like a lifeless doll.

” Wild cat? »

over to her and sat down. Gently, he took her in his arms and held her.

a feeling of security!

so quiet. He was used to her bright eyes and cheerful manner. . Seeing her like this worried him.

?” Lucia asked dully.

alcolm replied simply.

eet. It was as if they were an ordinary couple. Sometimes they argued, sometimes they disagreed, and other times things were smooth. Lucia just smiled bitterly at his words.

watching the people and cars rush by as night approached.

never knew you at all. I feel like I don’t know anything about you,” Lucia said calmly.

never expected to be able to stand there and talk to him so calmly. Maybe it was because she had time to calm down. Or maybe it was because his heart was cold. Or maybe she just didn’t care.

d you that?” Malcolm asked in a

easily,” Malcolm said coldly.

our life. What makes me so special?” Lucia smiled bitterly.

situation was beginning to slip.

as a deeper meaning behind his words, he just couldn’t understand what it was.

smile.

was feeling. But he found nothing. He was greeted by her cold, silent gaze. The two looked at each other.

m. Have you ever loved me?” Lucia said, continuing to look a

her and let his hands fall to his sides. He turned so h

eep what you think is yours away from others. You don’t really care about anyone or anything. I deserve more than that,” Lucia said lightly with a slight smile.

olm said softly, looking at her heartbroken expression.

y killed the cat. I have to admit that I was happier not knowing the truth. I was so confident that I would make you fall in love with me one day. Now I know I was wrong,” Lucia said with a blank expression.

dged with anger.

me go peacefully. Grant me at least my last shred of dignity,” Lucia said after taking a deep breath.

t hesitation.

be with a man who only uses me whenever he wants. I refuse.” His words were cold and firm, each one ground through g

ought her back to him. He tore his clothes off his body like some sort of savage. Then he threw them to the ground and pinned her under him.

from you. Not even my grandmother,” Malcolm said stiffly, as if making a promise.

lently, like an animal driven mad by the smell of blood.

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