Chapter 1653

Lara hugged Ken. “Ken, I knew you wouldn’t abandon me. I was wrong. I shouldn’t have yelled at you. I have nothing now except you.”

Ken listened to her patiently and cupped her face after a moment. “I brought your favorite lilies.”

Lara smiled with tears in her eyes. “You remember.”

He looked down with no joy in his eyes. “I used to be a son-in-law of the Reese’s, of course, I would remember.”

Lara suddenly understood what he meant.

His hand rested on her chin. “If you had listened to me, this wouldn’t have happened.”

Lara shuddered and grabbed his arm. “I’ve learned my lesson, Ken. Please help me.”

She begged. “If you save me, my dad will give you anything you want when we’re married.”

Ken held her hand and pushed her away. “The Reeses have lost their power. You’re no longer useful to me.”

She couldn't believe it. “What!?”

Ken loosened his tie and placed the bouquet on the table. “I guess I didn’t make it clear enough. I never loved you. All I wanted were the benefits your f