Shattered Illusions: Love, Lies, and Redemption

"But now, it seems Lizetta doesn't hold that special place in Remington's heart anymore. It's time to step up the search efforts. This is the chance to get rid of her once and for all." Barbara held Stella's hand, her fingers brushing over Stella's missing digit, her face a mix of concern and love.

"Stella, don't you worry. You've suffered so much, and I won't let anyone come between my daughter's happiness!

This time, I'll have your cousin personally handle this. Before I leave this world, I'll remove all obstacles for you and ensure that you marry Remington in peace."

Stella turned and hugged Barbara around the waist, nuzzling affectionately.

"Mom, thank you. You're the greatest mom ever."

The quiet of Oakridge Heights at night was almost eerie. Upstodatee from Novel(D)ra/m/a.O(r)g

Ray hurried up the stairs, noticing only a faint light coming from the opposite room on the second floor.

Ray walked over, pushed the door open, and saw a silent figure sitting on the floor with their back turned.

Remington, dressed in casual clothes with rolled-up sleeves, had a pile of wood next to him.

He was carefully assembling a crib with his own hands.

He didn't turn at the sound of the door, only pausing when Ray spoke.

"Mr. Remington Dashiell, Barbara's nephew, Ralap, took a few people on a flight out of Zion City."

Remington paused, "Where did they go?"

"They said it was a business trip to Solstice Kingdom. There was indeed some minor issues with the West family's project there."

A cold glint appeared in Remington's eyes as he spoke in a chilly tone, "Keep a close eye on them."

Ray nodded, "Already on it. Also,

we've got news from Tranquil Meadows. Interestingly, today

also took a private flight out

of the country, heading to Celestia."

Ray paused before adding, "Mr. Remington Dashiell, we checked all the airport surveillance in Summer City for when madam disappeared. We saw no sign of her. S

But during that time, there were no flights to Solstice Kingdom, yet there were two flights to Celestia.

The West family hasn't shown any suspicious activity during this time. Could we be mistaken, and madam actually conspired with Jerome."

The chill in Remington's eyes deepened. He had asked Ray to check the café's surveillance, and by a stroke of bad luck, it was malfunctioning that day. Remington had been closely monitoring the West family. He had been unusually lenient with their requests, but there had been no abnormalities. Ray was beginning to doubt their approach.

However, Remington narrowed his

no

eyes, saying, "Even though there were no flights to Solstice Kingdom during that period, there was one to Evercrestia, which borders it."

Ray, surprised, hurriedly responded, "Rest assured, Mr. Remington Dashiell, I'll double-check. We won't lose track of Ralap and his people!"

As Ray left the room, closing the door behind him, Remington continued to work on the crib, his silhouette solemn like a statue.

He knew Lizetta didn't want him to find her.

And it felt as if everything and everyone was telling him it was time to let go.

But he simply couldn't.

Even if he had to let go, he had to find her first.

He needed to see for himself that she and their child were absolutely safe, or he wouldn't be able to rest.

If the West family dared to harbor ill will or overreach, they should be prepared for the consequences.

No one could touch Remington's family. The West family had better be ready for the fallout.