When Love Comes Late
Chapter 1876

“Good morning, Andrew,” she greeted.

“Are you here to discuss joining the film crew with me? I’m afraid we have to postpone it a bit.

I have some matters to attend to recently…”

But Andrew merely gave her a cold stare.

Bella’s expression darkened, and she spoke icily.

“Who allowed her to come out?”

The smile vanished from Elizabeth’s face as she approached Bella, her tone turning pleading.

“Mom, there’s been a misunderstanding.

Stella framed me!”

Elizabeth’s tone grew heated after bringing up Stella’s name.

“Can’t you see that? Yesterday, she attempted to sow division between us.

Remember, we’re family.

Don’t let others deceive you.

”

Bella looked at her with a blank expression.

Elizabeth bit her lip and whispered, “Plus, I’ve secured a job in Seamarsh.

I’ve already signed a contract with Andrew, so I must keep my word.

I can’t leave.

”

Bella remained unmoved by her pleading, her demeanor cold and resolute.

“I’ve finalized an arrangement with Andrew.

He’ll arrange for someone else to take your place.

Your flight departs this afternoon, and you’ll be picked up upon arrival in Dorburn,” she stated firmly.

“Are you truly set on sending me away?” Elizabeth asked, disbelief coloring her tone.

Sensing the impasse in the atmosphere, Andrew rose from his seat and spoke.

“The meal was excellent, Bella.

Thank you for your hospitality.

I’m glad to see you’re doing well.

Since there’s nothing more, I‘Il bid you farewell.

”

Andrew represented Elizabeth’s last hope.

Seeing him about to depart, she felt a surge of panic.

She halted him, urgently pleading, “Don’t leave.

Didn’t you promise to speak on my behalf?”

“Enough Elizabeth! The most regrettable part of my life is knowing you.

Loving you is the biggest mistake I’ve ever made.

”

Andrew spoke coldly, and then left without giving Elizabeth another glance.

Stunned, Elizabeth stood motionless.

She had heard no romantic affairs about Andrew since their separation, leading her to believe he still held feelings for her.

This belief made her think he would always support her, no matter the circumstances.

Yet, his parting words had been harsh, declaring loving her was the biggest mistake he had made.

Turning to Bella for any sign of empathy, Elizabeth found only indifference.

Feeling betrayed and abandoned by all her closest ones, her heart sank.

After Andrew’s departure, Bella stood, her words sharp.

“You don’t need others to speak for you.

I wish what I saw yesterday was just a dream.

If you weren’t my biological daughter, I would’ve called the police.

”

Elizabeth faced Bella and Kristian, her tone dripping with sarcasm.

“Biological daughter?” She scoffed.

“Have you ever truly cared about me? Do you even know what I endured as a child? You only care about your designs, your career, your honor-they are your true daughters—”

She couldn’t finish; Bella slapped her, trembling with anger.