Chapter 90

Julia was not the only one silenced by his words. Andrew and Lydia, who had been loudly urging Walter to leave Evangeline and be good to Julia, froze in shock.

Walter had never paid them any mind, and he certainly was not about to start showing them any courtesy.

"I heard every word you two said. I'm going to dig up every dirty deed you've done to Evangeline. And let me make this crystal clear: If she sheds one tear because of you, you'll pay back tenfold, in blood!"

Walter stormed out, not even sure how he managed to leave.

Ditching his bodyguards, he found himself in a bar, knocking back brandy after brandy. All he could see was Evangeline's gaunt face, feigning strength.

What had he done to her? Why did he not ask more questions and try to understand her suffering?

Reflecting on his treatment of Evangeline since their marriage, he was filled with such self-loathing that he could barely stand it.

With a final burst of anger, Walter stormed off, his bitter words echoing behind