Chapter 1140
“What happened to you?” Amelia asked.
Alicia forced a smile and said, “I was beaten by Ryan. He was frustrated that I couldn’t secure York Group business for him, so he took it out on me.”
Amelia fell silent. After all, Alicia had come to seek her help before to secure a business deal between Ryan and Warren. She had declined the request at that time.
Alicia saw Amelia’s expression and pretended to be generous. “Amelia, don’t take it to heart. It has nothing to do with you. I loved the wrong man. I didn’t expect him to hit me because of a failed business deal.”
After she said that, Alicia paused again and said apologetically, “The last time I left, I said some harsh things to you. Please don’t take it seriously. I was in a bad mood at that time. Now, I’m relieved I didn’t assist someone as heartless as Ryan in securing a business deal. It wouldn’t have been worth it.”
When she heard this, Amelia hesitated for a moment and said, “In fact, you can leave him and live on your own. Just like me, after I was released from prison, I opened a small pasta restaurant and set up a food cart. Now I’m running a concession stand. It’s not bad as I live a stable life.”
YeYeah, that’s what I think, too.” Alicia said, “I have also moved RRyan’s house. I rented a place of my own, and I am living the I
figure out my next steps. Amelia, I don’t have many friends. I more often in the future, please don’t find me annoying.”
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Amelia pursed her lips, but she still nodded when she saw Alicia
rachd expectant eyes.
Afterall, Alicia had helped her in prison before.
Aldiaia immediately smiled.
faiththe next few days, Alicia would come here to visit Amelia and greet Matikilda.
Bythihwagay, Amelia, in two days, I’m planning to visit the church for som partyersWould you be willing to accompany me?” Alicia said. “Besides, yourare pregnant now. It might be a good idea to go, pray to the Virgin Mary and seek her blessings for a safe delivery.”
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“I’m not particularly religious,” Amelia responded. She placed more trust in the medical care she received in the hospital than in prayer.
“Consider giving it a try. Besides, it won’t hurt you to pay your respects to the Virgin Mary! I’ll drive right to the parking lot in front of the church, so you won’t have to walk or exert yourself.” Alicia continued to persuade Amelia.
Matilda at the side heard Alicia and said, “Why don’t you go for a prayer? It won’t hurt. It might bring you some peace of mind, even if you’re not religious.”
Older generations, such as Matilda, had a strong belief in religion.
When she heard this, Amelia didn’t refuse again and agreed to go to the church with Alicia.
“That’s a deal. I will pick you up in two days!” With that, Alicia left the concession stand and went back to her car.
As soon as she got in the car, her face turned grim.
Alicia was expecting a spectacle on that day. Since Amelia had hurt her so badly, she wanted Amelia to experience an even worse fate!
Two days later, Alicia drove Amelia to the church.
While on the way, Alicia engaged in casual conversation and mentioned, “You should be three months pregnant now. You need to be cauti Miscarriage is more common in this month.”
“I’ll be careful,” Amelia replied.
“By the way, have you heard about Mr. Yustone? He badmouthed yo outside the sip and see party venue. Now he’s in a tough spot, and his family is going bankrupt. His previous business ventures all failed, and is now trying to borrow money from anyone who will listen. Unfortunately, no one dares to lend him a penny,” Alicia said.
Amelia listened quietly, and there was no expression on her face.
Alicia cast a sidelong glance at Amelia and continued meaningfully, “Mr. Yustone is so miserable because he offended Warren. Amelia, you’re so lucky to have a man like Warren who will marry you and defend you. Unlike me, my youth was squandered on a betrayer like Ryan.”
“If you live your life authentically, youll eventually meet someone who
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really loves youl Ameliaaaid.
“Really? 5o… can you initudduce someone to me? There should be many young talents in Warrens’s company. How about trying to play matchmaker for me? Hititworks out, Ill always be grateful for your kindness.” Alicia asked dvititibope in her eyes.
Amelia bit her lip and said “don’t know anyone in his company. I’m afraid I can’t be of any heh.”
“Really? Then it’s all right. Let’s talk bbout it later.” Alicia still kept a smile on her face, but she cursed dualitiously in her heart, “Amelia, you asked for it!”
In the church. Alicia guided Ameliahthorough the process of praying and venerating the Virgin Mary with praaddodd ease.
Amelia looked at the solemn statue of the Virgin Mary in front of her. She wasn’t particularly religious, butathisismoment, she found herself suddenly filled with a sense of reverencze.
If indeed there were higher beings listeningaoltheir prayers, she prayed that they might bless her mother, childreena and friends with safety, health, and happiness. She prayed that shoccoldd get through this predicament and deliver her child safetyAAddbbealso prayed for…
derthoughts involuntarily turned to Warren’s visisage. She thought about thenador of his face when she encountered chinimiinhthe hospital, along with the needle puncture on his arm.
Aththis mooment, there seemed to be a small voice thenheart… ragged that/Warren would be safe and soundd.
echapps/Warren had become an indelible mark in her heart.
Vico Arnelia came out of the nave, Alicia handed her appouch. He oothinsouardian Angel Medal from the priest just nowwi puuitinin a oochhKkepptinaaa blessing for your baby. Keep it withlypuuwhen you anho chumch her we leave, you can find a place for itiathbone. Alicia aid within a side as she handed over the pouch and attemptedda alchape he cordarcouddancha’s neck.
Amelia subcoopsidiously wanted to avoid it.
Amelia, consisidettiin aabker of my goodwill. Take it as an apology foor ny harsh words prreviously expressed Alicia. Her face was filled withh guilt and remorser
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Amelia pursed her lips and eventually accepted the pouch. It carried a faint fragrance.
When they returned to the car, Alicia suddenly began to rummage through her body and bag.
“What’s wrong?” Amelia asked.
“My phone is missing. Maybe it’s left in the church. Wait for me in the car. I’ll go and find my phone,” Alicia said.
Amelia nodded.
