All Chapters of Love Trap: The Billionaire's Regret: Chapter 91 - Chapter 100

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CH.91

The next day brought a change in the household dynamics. Karl's mother was the only one who hadn't returned home after the engagement party. Karl asked her to stay longer and keep me company. We conversed like old friends in the garden. The ease between us belied the tension of recent events."I'm glad you decided to spend some time with us, Auntie. I've missed you so much.” Her smile was warm and her touch gentle. The gray in her hair was the only sign of her age. Her demeanor was youthful and vibrant.“I've missed you too, honey. And I don't understand why you're so grateful to me, but I really appreciate it.” She seemed genuinely touched by my words.There was a moment of silence until her next words caught me off guard. "Thank you very much for helping my son recover from his mental illness. It’s all credit to you," she said, attributing Karl's healing to me. Her gratitude was palpable, but I knew the truth was more complicated.She looked at me expectantly, promptin
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CH.92

Consciousness slowly returned. My eyes fluttered open, revealing an unfamiliar and impersonal ceiling. Confusion washed over me as a dull, persistent ache throbbed in my head. My body felt heavy, weighed down by an invisible force that drained not just my physical energy but my very vitality. Turning my head slightly, I noticed Karl's hand gripping mine tightly. Relief flooded his concerned face when our eyes met. "You've finally woken up! I was so worried after you remained unconscious for hours. Are you in pain? Should we call the doctor?" Worry and eagerness mingled in his voice as his fingers gently probed my skin.But his touch, which was once a source of comfort, now felt foreign and unwelcome. Memories of our recent turbulent encounters came flooding back, fueling a surge of anger and revulsion within me. I jerked my hand away from his grasp. "Don't you dare touch me, you monster! I despise you. Stay away from me!" I spat out the venomous words, my tone laced
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CH.93

I was released from the hospital the next day, with the doctor emphasizing how important it was that I follow her advice and get psychiatric counseling. Her words felt like a gentle nudge toward potential healing and equilibrium, but they also reminded me of the long, arduous road ahead.I boarded a taxi and headed to my parents. I was once more surrounded by the cozy, comforting atmosphere of my family's house. However, there was an unavoidable undertone of bittersweetness that mingled with the memories and feeling of security. I felt a sharp twinge of dissonance and an uncomfortable sense of being disconnected from my own identity as I looked down at the clothes I was wearing, which Karl had obviously selected with great care. It was as though I had been shoved into the ill-fitting skin of someone entirely unfamiliar.Still, I clung to the determined hope that by immersing myself in the simple routines and familiarities of daily life, I might somehow be able to find my way
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CH.94

A shiver ran through me like ice water trickling down my spine. I knew that look on his face all too well - the eerie calm that usually meant a storm was brewing underneath. The room suddenly felt electric, like everyone was holding their breath. My relatives' faces were murderous. Karl strolled in like he owned the place. "Morning, everyone!" he chirped. "Sorry to barge in, but I'm here to collect my wife. I miss her very much."His eyes swept over us all and lingered on me for a second too long. I swear I could feel the anger radiating off my family in waves. Me? I was frozen in my chair, fear gnawing at my insides like a hungry rat.Robert’s hot-headedness went from zero to ninety in about half a second. "Are you out of your goddamn mind?" he roared, jumping up so fast his chair nearly toppled over. He stomped towards Karl, looking ready to commit murder. "You got a death wish or something?"Suga and Martin were right on Robert's heels, all puffed up like angry cats.
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CH.95

"Wake up, sleepyhead. It's already 3 o'clock in the afternoon," a warm, familiar voice gently roused me from my slumber.I blinked my eyes open to find Rosie sitting on the edge of the bed with her hand tenderly stroking my hair."Rosie!" I exclaimed groggily, still trying to shake off the lingering fog of sleep.She gave me a sad little smile. "My beautiful girl, I'm so sorry I wasn't there by your side during your whole ordeal earlier," Rosie said as she reached out to delicately wipe away a stray hair from my face.I shook my head, trying to brush it off. "It's okay, Rosie, really. There was nothing you could have done anyway since I didn't tell you anything about it. S0, don't be sorry.""Lavinia..." Rosie's eyes shone with concern and just the faintest hint of hurt. "Why didn't you tell me what was going on? I thought we were best friends. Didn't we promise each other not to keep secrets?"A tightness formed in my chest as the painful memories and swirl of emotions threatened to
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CH.96

Rosie and Robert went back and forth, each stubbornly lobbying for their preferred movie genre while I rolled my eyes at their antics."Oh for the love of... How about we all just compromise and watch some supernaturals?" I finally cut them off in an exaggerated tone of boredom. "That way, nobody has to protest or threaten to go to sleep instead."I tried to sound annoyed, but the teasing grins on both their faces told me they could see right through it. Then Rosie and Robert both nodded at my suggestion. Rosie's hand found mine and gave me a comforting squeeze as I reclined on the couch between the two when the opening credits began to roll. I could just let myself get lost in the world on the screen and push everything else aside for these few hours at least.Of course, it was never that simple to escape the darkness. Not for me.The scene around me suddenly shifted in a dizzying way. One moment, I was on the couch, and the next, I was standing alone in the middle of a dim
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CH.97

A new day dawned, marking the start of a new and daunting chapter - the beginning of my treatment. My bed beckoned me to stay tucked away in its safety, but I knew I had to get out from under its protective embrace. Now was the moment to confront my worries. I dressed slowly, pulling on a pair of simple black pants and a crisp white cotton shirt, which I topped off with a matching lightweight coat. The familiar routine of getting ready helped ground me as I mentally prepared myself for what was to come. “Deep breaths,” I told myself. “You can do this.”Breakfast was filled with lighthearted conversation and the reassuring presence of my loved ones around the table. I felt a surge of gratitude for their unwavering love and support, knowing they were the unshakable pillars holding me up when I felt like crumbling."I can come with you to the appointment if you'd like?" Rosie offered once we were done eating, her eyes shining with genuine care and concern for me.I shook my
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CH.98

It was upsetting to have the rug ripped out from under me after summoning the bravery to come here and take this initial step.Pete must have sensed my distress because he quickly pushed on reassuringly. "Please don't worry, I've already found the perfect solution. I'm going to refer you to a colleague of mine, an exceptional doctor who I think will be an even better fit for you."He shuffled some papers on his desk for a moment before pulling out a simple white business card, which he slid across the desk to me. "Here are all her details. I've already spoken to her about your case, filled her in on everything, and she's ready to take you on as a patient effective immediately."Disappointment still churned in my gut, but I couldn't help feeling a glimmer of relief at how quickly Pete had arranged for someone else to pick up where he left off. At least I wouldn't be left aside."O-okay, thank you..." I managed to murmur, taking the card from him with a tight smile. "I really apprec
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CH.99

Two days drifted by in an uneventful calm. The residual entanglements of fear and worry still had me in their grasp. I was unable to muster the courage to venture beyond the familiar confines of our home. The panic attacks and overwhelming sense of dread clung to me like persistent, unyielding companions in my daily struggle to find footing in this new, uncertain chapter of her life.I sat nestled in the living room with my family, drawing comfort from their reassuring presence surrounding me as had become routine. The soft murmurs of conversation and the warmth of being together provided a welcome respite from the turmoil raging within my mind. Yet, there was one noticeable absence that tugged at my attention."Mom?" I spoke up with a furrowed brow etched with both curiosity and concern. "Where's Suga? I haven't seen him around today."My mother merely smiled warmly and mysteriously, reaching out to give my hand a comforting pat instead of providing the explanation I was exp
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CH.100

While the Carlon household was enveloped in the warmth and liveliness of Talia's arrival, a very different scene played out in the cold atmosphere of Karl's mansion. He sat alone, as he so often did these days, staring almost unseeingly at the large framed photo hung prominently on the wall before him.It was a wedding picture of him and Lavinia caught in a tender embrace as newly professed husband and wife on their happiest day. The smiles spreading across both their faces seemed so brilliant, full of hope and love and the promise of the future stretching out ahead of them.Karl's eyes traced every line, every curve of Lavinia's joyful expression, and his heart twisted painfully in his chest. The thought of losing her, of having her turn her back on him was a waking nightmare he could scarcely fathom...yet, it was his new reality. The consequences of his own unforgivable actions.A heavy sigh slipped past his lips as he finally tore his gaze away, unable to bear dwelling o
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