Chapter 12 My se my mom moved to a private hospital as quickly as I could , thanks to Angela mom looked at me with a confined expression and took my hand serinudy .
Laurel , you know Austins a good gry .
He came right over when he found out I was sick , and he even arranged the transfer .
But this private hospital isert cheap , is af Mom just focus on getting better .
Thats all that matters right now , I replied e so much for me over the six years we dated .
She even thought he was the one who For a long time , my mom trally believed that Austin had done so muc hought me that house with my pame on it .
The truth was be turnt really given me anything I actually wanted in all that time .
Instead , he even wanted me to buy a ruby for his mom with the money introm selling my it turns out he was so eager to come see me not just because of Rosemary , but probably a y also because he had his eye on the eath .
Austin came from the Herrera family and had money , but his monthly allowance wasnt as high as people would think .
He spent a lot of it , especially when he had to help out Rosemary , which meant there was not much left over for me .
I In relationships , a guys money often reflects his feelings .
It took me six long years to really understand what I was caught up in Tease tell me youre not thinking about getting back together with Austin , Bonnie said , looking worried as she held my hand during my moms checkup I thought for a second and replied , Aunt Bonnie , you dont back me on this Not a chance Bonnie rolled her eyes at me , gripping my hand tightly .
Laurel , listen to me .
You need to take a step back from Austin .
You never know how many times a guy might hurt a woman Right now , hes just trying to sweet talk you back into his good graces .
Thats why he helped with your moms hospital transfer .
As I stared at Bonnie , who looked like she was ready to explode , I couldnt help but chuckle .
Aunt Bonnie , I handled the transfer myself , and Austin had nothing to do with it .
Trust me .
Im definitely not marrying him .
She sighed deeply , then her eyes widened in disbelief .
But where did you get all that cash for your mom ? Did Austin give it to you ? Sope , I sold the house in Newton City Isnt that house Austin didnt buy it for me .
I bought it myself .
Bonnie looked shocked , and I noticed her eyes starting to well up .
Laurel , youve lud such a tough six years .
Why havent you Rakes its un ? Aunt Bonnie , Im almost thiny I cant just spill everything to you guys .
But dont worry , Ive got plans to ensure a better life for all of us in the future I replied .
She smiled at me , her eyes full of concem .
By the way , I changed Austins number in my moms phone .
All random numbers will be blocked , so please dont let my mom reach out to them later .
Dont worry , Ive got your mom covered .
You might manage to hide this for now , but it wont last , Bonnie assured me .
Seeing the worry on her face , I gave her shoulder a reassuring pat .
After a moments hesitation , I asked , So , hows your heart ? y what you need to say , Bonnie rolled her eyes es playfully , Just say I glanced around , discreetly pulled out my marriage license , and showed her a photo of Alex on my phone .
Her eyes wein wirde as the picked it up , laughing lightly .
Wow , I didnt expect to see this .
You cant really tell the difference between fake and real license these days , can you ? But seriously , the photo looks so off did you just grab a celeb pic or something ! Your moms not going to buy it .
I could help but smirk .
You think that guy is better looking than me ? Bonnie shot me a lingering glance that spoke volumes 1/2 Chapter is Jan then .
Figon molders fried request on WhatsApp .
1 clicked on the avatar , and of course , it was Austin again , like a ghnut haunting my 124 I was weighing whether or not to add hire .
I got a call from Rosemary , whom I hadnt yet blocked I quickly put her on speakerphone .
Laurel , Austin asked me to check if youve booked a hotel yet I want a five star place 1 can t do anything less the said , her none a mix of urgency and entitlement so he wants you to take care of her first , then head to the auction the day after tomorrow before you guys grab the license No nah she continued .
Listening to her tone .
I noticed Bonnie , who was standing nearly , staring at me with wide eyes , clearly confused .
Got it , I replied cunting the call without hesitation .
Wait Rosemary came to Nifelheim City thought you and Austin were done .
Why is she still after you ? Bonnie said , a frown forming on her face .
Aunt Bonnir .
Eve got my own stuff to handle .
Dont worry , things will get sorted out , I assured her She nodded , Okay , but keep me posted if anything comes up .
As I walked out of the hospital , a sleek red Maserati screeched to a halt right in front of me .
The next moment .
Angela stepped out , looking stunning in a designer outfit , her makeup flawless and her hair styled in soft curls .
Without caring about the onlookers , she wrapped me in a hug .
Laurel ! Ive missed you so much ! Can you believe its been 260 days since we last saw each other ? Angela , weve been video chatting almost every day .
How can you say that ? Its so cringy ! I laughed .
She rabed an eyebrow .
Whats wrong ong with that ? Austin said those sweet words to you all the time , and he didnt love you half as much as I do She glanced at me , trying to read my expression .
So , Laurel , are you really done with him for good ? she asked .
I narrowed my eyes and answered seriously , How can you say Ive moved on after six years ? I should probably go crawling back , begging for forgiveness for ever being jealous of Rosemary .
I should just ignore whatever he does from now on , if he brings a new girl homei Angela jumped back , looking appalled Laurel , have you lost it ! him for not marrying me after six years , just so I can reclaim my life from that jerk .
I chuckled .
Then why ask me ? I should be thanking h Right on .
Angela said , wrapping her arm around me again , her curiosity piqued .
So , why did you want me to plan the reunion ? Its been ages since weve all hung out together from high school , I replied , grinning .
But honestly , the main reason is to take down Austin and Rosemary .
Angela looked surprised .
Wait , did Austin really bring that bitch here !
