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Chapter 50: losing battles

Author: Maria D. D
last update Last Updated: 2025-01-22 21:51:12

Willow’s breath caught in her throat. For a moment, she was struck silent, the true meaning of Monica’s words felt like it was meant to hurt her, to come down on her like a physical blow.

“Or didn't you know the laws? I thought you were some sort of a lawyer," Madam Monica scoffed.

Willow knew she was right. The law didn't recognize or honor any marriage with a retard.

“i am not a lawyer and I don’t care about the laws,” Willow said, her voice trembling slightly. “Kevin and I love each other, and that’s what matters.”

“Love? Are you kidding?" Hazel scoffed, “don't be pathetic! We all know that love doesn't matter right now. He isn't your husband.”

Willow sighed. "You can throw all the rules and insults you want at me, but you can’t change that.”

Monica’s lips curled into a sneer. “Love is a fleeting illusion, my dear. What Kevin needs is stability. Guidance. Someone who understands the burden of his condition, not someone who enables it.”

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