Lingering Rain, Lingering Love – Chapter 15

June 26, 2025~The Bookworm

Rebecca and Morgan’s unusual closeness, far exceeding that of typical friends, filled Stephan with a wave of revulsion. He was just about to ask Rebecca about Morgan’s identity when her remarks hit him like a truck, throwing him into complete disarray again.

He then said, “I know it’s all my fault now, Rebecca. Can you please forgive me? I swear I won’t repeat my past actions if you give me one more chance. I swear you’ll be the only one for me moving forward. I’ll never stray again.”

Rebecca had heard a different version of these same heartfelt assurances five years prior. Stephan had said the same things back then to win her over. Yet, the result was nothing but betrayal. Witnessing him deliver such promises in person again, she merely felt a sense of ridicule.

She then retorted, “Why on earth would I trade a life of utter freedom to return to a soul–crushing marriage with you, Stephan? Why do you think I’d give a second chance to a dishonest, unreliable scumbag who goes back on his word?

“I’m not some benevolent saint, and I certainly don’t run a waste disposal facility to collect trash like you, Stephan. You’re clearly barking up the wrong tree if you thought otherwise.”

Upon hearing that, Stephan’s complexion grew increasingly ashen. He was utterly bewildered by how their situation had deteriorated to this extent. His mind was a jumbled mess, and a creeping tide of regret and panic slowly devoured what little composure he had left. He desperately wished to offer an explanation, but the sheer gravity of his past actions left him without a shred of argument.

The atmosphere suddenly became thick with tension.

It was impossible to tell how much time had passed before a familiar voice broke the silence from the front of the villa.

“Stephan!” Giselle, who was still recovering from her illness, shouted from a distance. Her breaths were shallow and uneven as she rushed over and grabbed Stephan’s hand.

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