All Chapters of Love Beyond the Contract Marriage: Chapter 31

Ryan turned back to Grand Miller, his eyes blazing with anger and pain. “Face what, exactly? That my life was bought and sold? That the people I called family might not be who I thought they were?”Grand Miller didn’t flinch under Ryan’s glare. “Face the truth, Ryan. It’s the only way to move forward.”Mr. Bell nodded. "Ryan, this is the only way," he said softly. Ryan looked at his grandfather and Mr. Bell could see the energy draining from his body. He lay back in bed, staring at the ceiling, looking for the right words to explain his emotions but couldn’t find any, he looked exhausted like the weight of the world was on his shoulder."I don't know who I am anymore," he whispered. Margaret, who had been watching from the corner, stepped forward carefully. Her voice was soft but steady. “You’re Ryan,” she said. “Our son. Ryan turned to look at her, and his eyes sparkled with tears that he couldn't cry. He stared at her face, hoping to find some answers, but all he saw was his own sad